2024 AANA/ISAKOS Specialty Day All-Access Pass-FAI With Early Osteoarthritis in a 30-Year-Old Male (Tonnis II) Discussion & Voting

FAI With Early Osteoarthritis in a 30-Year-Old Male (Tonnis II) Discussion & Voting

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The conversation focuses on the considerations around hip arthroscopy and arthroplasty decisions based on evidence, patient involvement, economics, gender, and radiographic predictors. Shared decision-making and center-specific data are emphasized for patient care. Factors like joint space, cartilage condition, and cysts influence the decision-making process towards arthroplasty. Expertise bias in outcomes is discussed, highlighting the importance of understanding data sources. The role of MRIs in influencing decisions is explored, stressing the need for careful evaluation before proceeding with arthroscopy. Cost-benefit analysis supports hip arthroscopy if it offers at least 16 years of benefit. Overall, the importance of evidence-based decision-making and patient involvement in treatment choices is highlighted.

Keywords

hip arthroscopy

hip arthroplasty

evidence-based decision-making

patient involvement

cost-benefit analysis