Useful Management Information
- Breech presenting in utero or a positive family history of hip dysplasia are absolute indications for a USS by 6/52 of age
- If you have a reason to suspect a child in Queensland is experiencing harm, or is at risk of experiencing harm, you need to contact Child Safety Services
- Statement of intent – the prioritisation of health services for children and young people in the child protection system
Minimum Referral Criteria
Category 1 (appointment within 30 calendar days) |
*should trigger ultrasound and x-ray **breech presenting in utero or a positive family history of DDH are absolute indications for an USS by 6/52 of age |
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Category 2 (appointment within 90 calendar days) |
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Category 3 (appointment within 365 calendar days) |
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Essential Referral Information
- Clinical history and examination including key points:
- evolution and duration of symptoms
- treatment prescribed (analgesics, physiotherapy)
- current and past medical history and medications
- relevant family history of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
- Hip ultrasound if aged under six months (paediatric ultrasound service if possible)
- Plain X-ray if aged over six months (paediatric radiology service if possible)
- Confirmation of OOHC (where appropriate)
If a specific test result cannot be obtained due to access, financial, religious, cultural or consent reasons a clinical override may be requested. This reason must be clearly articulated in the body of the referral.
Additional Referral Information
- Ultrasound ≤ 6/52 if clinical examination is abnormal
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Smart Referrals
Preferred Method
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Send to: Gold Coast Health Service District
Internal Referrals
Orthopaedics (E-Blueslips)
Orthopaedic Fracture - GCUH
Orthopaedic Fracture - Robina
Fax
Post
Gold Coast University Hospital
1 Hospital Boulevard
Southport QLD 4215
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If you would like to send a named referral, please address it to the specialist listed above, who will allocate a suitably qualified specialist to see the patient. Alternatively, you can view a full list of our specialists.
Child Safety
If you have a reason to suspect a child in Queensland is experiencing harm, or is at risk of experiencing harm, contact Department of Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Services . Please consider if mandatory reporting applies.