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Paul D Gaschen1, Jaydeep Dhillon2, Andrew F Ibrahim3
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas, U.S.A.
Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation
|January 16, 2026
Summary
Hip arthroscopy labral repair and reconstruction rates vary significantly. This systematic review highlights procedural heterogeneity among surgeons performing hip arthroscopy, with repair proportions ranging widely.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Arthroscopy
Background:
- Hip labral tears are common, often treated with arthroscopic procedures.
- Labral repair and reconstruction are key techniques in hip arthroscopy.
- Understanding current procedural trends is crucial for patient care and surgical training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and evaluate the reported proportions of labral repair versus reconstruction during primary hip arthroscopy.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review adhering to PRISMA guidelines was conducted.
- Searched PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Embase for studies from 2015 to October 2024.
- Included studies reporting numbers of labral repair, reconstruction, and debridement in primary hip arthroscopy.
Main Results:
- Seven Level III studies with 4,134 hips were analyzed.
- Proportions of labral repair ranged from 25.7% to 86.9% across studies.
- Overall, 3,184 repairs, 902 reconstructions, and 48 debridements were performed.
Conclusions:
- Significant variability exists in the proportion of labral repair and reconstruction performed during primary hip arthroscopy.
- These findings underscore the procedural heterogeneity among hip arthroscopy surgeons.
