DDH diagnosis Validation and Implementation modules AI supported USS
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Transforming diagnosis of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip: Validation and Implementation modules of an AI supported handheld ultrasound scanner (USS)
IRAS ID
344273
Contact name
Neil Mitchell
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
NHS Fife
Duration of Study in the UK
2 years, 0 months, 0 days
Research summary
Developmental Dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is the most common paediatric orthopaedic condition in Newborns. Timely and accurate diagnosis is required to prevent long term complications in infancy and early adulthood. However due to the lack of access to well trained staff and resources, early diagnosis can be challenging.
This international innovation project, in collaboration with industry and academia, focuses on the validation and real world translation of an artificial intelligence (Hip AI) supported handheld ultrasound scanner. Hip AI has the potential to significantly improve the speed and accuracy of diagnosis and improve the management of this condition by identifying cases early.
In the hands of novice users, Hip AI could transform the diagnostic landscape of DDH across the world, particularly in nations where access to specialist centres, staff and equipment can be prohibitive.Method:
2000 babies will be scanned at birth within the maternity unit using HIP AI immediately followed by conventional ultrasound. This will be repeated with the same babies at 6-8 weeks of age in an out patient clinic setting.
This project aims to:
1. Test the effectiveness of Hip AI compared to gold standard conventional ultrasound
2. Evaluate if screening with Hip AI can be accurately performed at Birth
3. Evaluate if Hip AI can be utilised by minimally trained staff
4. Determine if Hip AI can be implemented within the NHS ecosystem demonstrating favourable health economic analysis.Conclusion
In the UK, successful implementation could improve late presenting DDH rates and outcomes and demonstrate health economic benefits by transforming models of care.
This validation and implementation study is funded by UKRI MRC and will run from September 2024 to August 2026.If initial investigation is successful a four nation multicentre clinical trial would be proposed.
REC name
West of Scotland REC 5
REC reference
25/WS/0054
Date of REC Opinion
1 May 2025
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion