Complications of arthroscopic surgery of the hip
A V Papavasiliou, N V Bardakos, A V Papavasiliou, N V Bardakos
Abstract
Over recent years hip arthroscopic surgery has evolved into one of the most rapidly expanding fields in orthopaedic surgery. Complications are largely transient and incidences between 0.5% and 6.4% have been reported. However, major complications can and do occur. This article analyses the reported complications and makes recommendations based on the literature review and personal experience on how to minimise them.
Keywords: Arthroscopy; Complications; FAI; Hip; Learning curve; Literature review; Nerve injuries.
Conflict of interest statement
ICMJE Conflict of Interest:None declared
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