Editorial Commentary: Hip Arthroscopy Pump Pressure Must Be Managed and Monitored.

Abstract

Fluid pump management is essential for successful hip arthroscopy. Low pressures can lead to poor visualization. High pressures can lead to fluid extravasation and complications. Fluid extravasation during hip arthroscopy can lead to intra-abdominal compartment syndrome, which can be life-threatening. Risk factors for extravasation included higher pump pressures and iliopsoas tenotomy. By accurately measuring pump pressures, minimizing the necessary pressure, avoiding excessive capsulotomies, performing iliopsoas tenotomy only if needed and performing it at the end of the operation, and monitoring the patient for abdominal distention and hypothermia, complications can be minimized.