AANA19 Hip Access Pass-The Effect of Venting and Capsulotomy on Traction Force and Hip Distraction in Hip Arthroscopy Patients-Dr. Dillon O'Neill, M.D.

The Effect of Venting and Capsulotomy on Traction Force and Hip Distraction in Hip Arthroscopy Patients-Dr. Dillon O'Neill, M.D.

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The video presentation discusses the effects of capsulotomy and venting in hip distraction during hip arthroscopy. It highlights the importance of joint distraction for visualization and instrumentation but also the potential complications of traction. The study aimed to evaluate the effects of venting and capsulotomy on the ratio of hip distraction distance to traction force. The research included 107 patients and found that both interventions resulted in reductions in traction force and improved the distraction to traction ratio. However, the magnitude of response was small compared to previous studies, suggesting that performing these procedures after sufficient hip distraction may not confer the same level of benefit.

Keywords

capsulotomy

venting

hip distraction

hip arthroscopy

traction force