AANA19 Hip Access Pass-Blarney, Labral Repair Works = Just Fine!-Dr. Benjamin Domb, M.D.

Blarney, Labral Repair Works = Just Fine!-Dr. Benjamin Domb, M.D.

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Video Summary

In this video, a speaker discusses the importance of the labrum in the hip and the different techniques used to restore it. They explain that the labrum plays a critical role in the function of the hip and that both biomechanical and clinical evidence support restoring the labrum rather than simply debriding it. The speaker acknowledges that there is debate over whether to repair or reconstruct the labrum when a tear occurs. They highlight the technical demands and costs associated with labral reconstructions and mention a study that found comparable outcomes between primary circumferential ostabular labral reconstruction and repair. The speaker concludes that repair should be the first option when viable tissue is present, but reconstruction is a valid alternative when repair is not possible.

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Concurrent Scientific Session VI: Symposium - Treatment of the Athletic Hip 5.3.2019

Keywords

labrum

hip

restoration techniques

labral tear

repair vs reconstruction