2021 Annual Meeting Hip Access Pass-Best of Both Worlds: Labral Augmentation

Best of Both Worlds: Labral Augmentation

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses labral augmentation in the context of hip joint surgery. They explain the anatomy of the labrum and its role in joint stability and pain mediation. The speaker mentions the evolution of treatment for labral defects, emphasizing the importance of preserving labral tissue. They discuss different treatment options, including labral repair, augmentation with iliotibial band autograft, and segmental reconstruction. The speaker describes the technique used for augmentation and presents evidence supporting its effectiveness. They conclude that labral augmentation should be considered in revision cases with remaining circumferential fibers and stress the importance of further research in this area.

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Dr. Joseph J. Ruzbarsky | Hip Labrum Showdown

Keywords

labral augmentation

hip joint surgery

labrum anatomy

joint stability

pain mediation