Midterm Outcomes After Hip Labral Augmentation in Revision Hip Arthroscopy
Rui W Soares1,2,3, Joseph J Ruzbarsky1,3, Justin W Arner1,3,4
1Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, Colorado, USA.
The American Journal of Sports Medicine
|March 2, 2022
Summary
Arthroscopic hip labral augmentation is a successful treatment for hip labral insufficiency after prior surgery. This procedure shows improved patient outcomes and 93% survivorship at 3 and 5 years, preserving native labral tissue.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Hip Arthroscopy
Background:
- Labral augmentation is crucial for deficient or irreparable hip labra, restoring the hip's suction seal.
- This procedure aims to preserve native labral tissue.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess midterm outcomes of arthroscopic hip labral augmentation.
- Focus on labral insufficiency following previous hip arthroscopy.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective case series of 88 patients undergoing labral augmentation.
- Minimum 3-year follow-up evaluating patient-reported outcomes and survivorship.
- Utilized scores: SF-12, WOMAC, mHHS, HOS, Tegner, and patient satisfaction.
Main Results:
- 93% survivorship at 3 and 5 years (no conversion to total hip arthroplasty).
- Significant improvements in Hip Outcome Score-Activities of Daily Living and modified Harris Hip Score for patients without revision.
- High patient satisfaction (median 9/10) and activity levels (median Tegner 4).
Conclusions:
- Arthroscopic hip labral augmentation is effective for labral insufficiency post-hip arthroscopy.
- Demonstrates good patient-reported outcomes and long-term survivorship.
- Offers a valuable labral preservation option for hip labral pathology.


