Can Patient-Reported Outcomes Predict the Need for Secondary Surgeries After Hip Arthroscopy?
Authors
Shapira J, Bheem R, Kyin C, Rosinsky PJ, Meghpara MB, Maldonado DR, Lall AC, Domb BG
DOI: 10.1177/0363546520974374
Background
Patient-reported outcomes (PROs) provide insight into a patient's recovery after hip arthroscopy. However, it was unclear whether these scores could predict the need for future surgeries.
Methods
The study analyzed PROs at 3 months and 1 year after hip arthroscopy and compared them to the need for secondary surgeries. The team used statistical methods to identify any predictive value of PROs in determining future procedures.
Key Findings
The study found that the modified Harris Hip Score (mHHS) at 1 year post-surgery could predict the need for secondary surgery. A score above 80.5 was associated with a reduced likelihood of requiring further procedures.
Conclusions
The 1-year mHHS is a useful tool for predicting the need for secondary surgeries after hip arthroscopy, with a threshold of 80.5 providing significant predictive value.
What Does This Mean for Patients
If your 1-year mHHS score is above 80.5, your risk of needing another surgery is lower, which could help guide your ongoing treatment and recovery expectations.