Infant hip ultrasound in Budapest
At what age should an ultrasound scan be performed on an infant?
The test for all babies is recommended at 4-6 weeks of age, because then the head of the femur is cartilaginous, which allows effective ultrasound hip screening.
How is an infant hip ultrasound scan performed?
The study completely painless, not stressful for the baby. At the end of the test, our doctor will give a verbal assessment of the results, which will be written down for the parents. If necessary provide help and information on the way forward.
Dr. Ákos Morvai
Paediatric and neuro-orthopaedic surgeon
Online appointment booking for Budafoki út:
Please choose the service that suits you
Control fee: HUF 35 000, for 3 months after the initial examination, for the same complaint.
- 1. Select the service you need from the drop-down box!
- 2. Use the calendar to choose a date that suits you!
- 3. Enter your details to register or login with your previous registration!
- 4. If you would like to make a reservation on behalf of someone else (e.g. your child), please let us know at the location provided.
- 5. Briefly describe your complaints!
- 6. Select the type of consultation: initial examination, control examination or prescription.
- 7. Click on the button to book your appointment. Thank you for choosing BMM!
If you are unable to make the appointment you have already booked, please, at least 24 hours before notify us of your intention to withdraw. This gives other patients the opportunity to get the medical care they need in time. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!
Resignation: +36 1 44 33 433
If for the week of your choice cannot find an available appointment, for further assistance, please call our call-center at +36 1 44 33 433-phone number! Our staff will be happy to help you make an appointment with the doctor of your choice or another specialist according to your complaint.
What is an infant hip ultrasound scan for?
The baby's hip ultrasound screening congenital malformations that do not yet cause complaints or symptoms may be detected or lesions that developed during the perinatal period. Infant ultrasound scans can also detect abnormalities that intrauterine ultrasound scans cannot yet detect.
The ultrasound scan is the does not cause pain or other health risks to the baby and can be repeated indefinitely. Of course, in most babies no abnormalities are found.
Who is hip ultrasound screening recommended for?
Hip ultrasound screening is recommended for all babies, but is particularly important if there is a family history of a developmental disorder such as hip dysplasia. Ultrasound screening of the baby is also recommended if the baby's development is below average.
Why should you visit our private practice?
- Outstanding expertise and decades of experience, and our staff are leading, teaching physicians from national institutions.
- No waiting time. You choose when and where you want to come for an examination. If necessary, we can see you immediately or within 1-2 days. We will see you by appointment, so there is no waiting in the surgery.
- For musculoskeletal complaints state-of-the-art therapies we apply. We use natural therapies with or without medication, and surgical solutions if necessary.
- Complex rehabilitation which is the key to more effective recovery. The focus is on physiotherapy, therapeutic massage, physiotherapy: ultrasound, shock wave therapy, laser therapy, etc.
- Flexible payment methods are available: in addition to cash, you can also pay by credit card, EP card.
Dr. Nikolett Gáti
Orthopaedic - traumatologist specialist
Online appointment booking for Budafoki út:
Please choose the service that suits you
Control fee: HUF 35 000, for 3 months after the initial examination, for the same complaint.
- 1. Select the service you need from the drop-down box!
- 2. Use the calendar to choose a date that suits you!
- 3. Enter your details to register or login with your previous registration!
- 4. If you would like to make a reservation on behalf of someone else (e.g. your child), please let us know at the location provided.
- 5. Briefly describe your complaints!
- 6. Select the type of consultation: initial examination, control examination or prescription.
- 7. Click on the button to book your appointment. Thank you for choosing BMM!
If you are unable to make the appointment you have already booked, please, at least 24 hours before notify us of your intention to withdraw. This gives other patients the opportunity to get the medical care they need in time. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!
Resignation: +36 1 44 33 433
If for the week of your choice cannot find an available appointment, for further assistance, please call our call-center at +36 1 44 33 433-phone number! Our staff will be happy to help you make an appointment with the doctor of your choice or another specialist according to your complaint.
Our patients' opinions
Our paediatric orthopaedic specialists
Dr. Nikolett Gáti
Orthopaedic - traumatologist specialist
Dr. Ákos Morvai
Paediatric and neuro-orthopaedic surgeon
Dr. Gyula Domos
Paediatric orthopaedic specialist
