Microfracture in Hip Arthroscopy. Keep It Simple!
expert_opinion · Level V
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- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 31737485.
- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.eats.2019.05.020 and PMC identifier 6848960.
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Abstract
Despite all the advances in hip arthroscopy, microfracture is still the workhorse for treating focal and full-thickness cartilage lesions. The success of this treatment is owed to its reliability and simplicity. Given the structure of the hip joint, however, there are challenges to this procedure using a conventional microfracture pick. This note presents our current and preferred microfracture technique using a curve drill guide and flexible drill. This method offers greater range of access to different regions of the joint with ease, thus ensuring a reproducible and quicker procedure with less risk.
Anatomy
- hip