Authors:
N. Chidambaranathan, C. Amarnath, A. Thangalakshmi; Chennai/IN
DOI:
10.1594/essr2017/P-0210
Purpose
Idiopathic Chondrolysis of Hip ( ICH) rare pediatric painful,
stiff hip of unknown etiology is characterized by rapidly progressive destruction of the articular cartilage of the femoral head and acetabulum with resultant joint space narrowing and restricted movement .
ICH can be diagnosed by typical MRI findings at an early,
reversible stage .Progression to irreversible stage can be prevented if treated at this stage.
A staging system for ICH has not been reported yet.
Aim and Objectives
i) To propose a staging of ICH,
based on extent and severity on MRI and radiological diagnostic criteria
ii) To assess the prognosis of this condition