Negative Ortolani

What does "Negative Ortolani" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Negative Ortolani is a term used in medicine to describe the absence of a certain hip condition in babies. This condition, known as hip dysplasia, is when the hip joint is not properly formed. When a doctor performs the Ortolani test and it's negative, it means the baby's hip is normal and there's no sign of hip dysplasia.

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