Arthroscopic hip surgery with a microfracture procedure of the hip: clinical outcomes with two-year follow-up
Authors
Domb BG, El Bitar YF, Lindner D, Jackson TJ, Stake CE
DOI: 10.5301/hipint.5000144
Purpose
To evaluate two-year clinical outcomes of patients undergoing hip arthroscopy combined with microfracture using patient-reported outcome (PRO) scores.
Methods
A cohort of 37 patients (both workers' compensation and non-workers' compensation) who had microfracture during hip arthroscopy were followed. PRO scores, pain levels, patient satisfaction, revision surgeries, and conversions to total hip arthroplasty (THA) were recorded over a minimum two-year follow-up.
Key Findings
- 30 patients completed the two-year follow-up.
- Both groups (workers’ compensation and non-compensation) showed statistically significant improvement in all PRO scores.
- Preoperative scores were lower in workers’ compensation patients, but the magnitude of improvement was similar between groups.
- Two patients required THA and two required revision arthroscopy.
Conclusion
Microfracture during hip arthroscopy leads to significant clinical improvement at two years.
What This Means for Patients
Patients receiving microfracture as part of hip arthroscopy can expect meaningful improvements in hip function and pain relief lasting at least two years, regardless of compensation status.