Specialized Toolkit Series: Arthroscopic Hip Treatments-Medications and Prophylaxis

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In his lecture on hip arthroscopy postoperative care, Alan Zhang from UCSF outlines key areas for medication and prophylaxis: pain control, prevention of heterotopic ossification (HO), deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and infection. For pain, he prescribes opioids like Norco or NSAIDs such as naproxen, while advising against excessive opioid use. HO prophylaxis can involve NSAIDs or radiation. DVT risk is typically low, but aspirin or factor Xa inhibitors might be used for higher-risk patients. Infection risk is minimal, managed with preoperative IV antibiotics. Zhang's protocol includes specific drug dosages and emphasizes preoperative patient education.

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Alan Zhang, MD

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hip arthroscopy

postoperative care

heterotopic ossification

deep vein thrombosis

Alan Zhang