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Fig. 17.1 Post operative heterotopic ossification on plain films To prevent HO, instrument exchange should always be performed with a cannula left in place during hip arthroscopy; this reduces muscle…

Author Date Learning curve Way of measuring learning curve # of cases Types of cases Surgeon’s experience Boden et al. 2014 First 20 vs. 21–120 Non-arthritic hip score 120 Hip…

Condition Pathology Recommended imaging/investigations Surgical treatment options Athletic pubalgia Complex injury of the flexion/adduction apparatus of the lower abdomen and hip 1. Plain radiograph 2. MRI 3. Ultrasound-guided diagnostic injection…

Fig. 5.1 Clock face representation of acetabulum Pincer-type deformity is due to a deep socket and overcoverage of the femoral head by the acetabular rim. During flexion, the labrum is…

Fig. 4.1 AP view Recently, Pullen et al. [16] have shown variability in supine versus weight-bearing anteroposterior (AP) pelvic radiographs in their study of non-arthritic hips in adults with hip…

Fig. 3.1 Trendelenburg sign test Thus far, the examination is similar to that of a standard hip examination. Prior to asking the patient to sit, it may be worth testing…