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Why are there varying degrees of hip dysplasia?
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Hip dysplasia: It depends on the way the socket and the ball of the joint were formed. Some have more of a normal joint architecture whereas others have significantly damaged joint. Why? -- no definite answer. Genes? Other factors during fetal development?
Answered 8/18/2013
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