Favorable and Durable Outcomes at 10-Year Follow-Up After Endoscopic Gluteus Medius Repair With Concomitant Hip Arthroscopy
Authors
Domb BG, Owens JS, Maldonado DR, Harris WT, Perez-Padilla PA, Sabetian PW
Journal
Arthroscopy, August 2024
Objective
To evaluate long-term outcomes (10 years) following endoscopic gluteus medius tendon repair performed alongside hip arthroscopy for hip abductor tendon tears.
Key Findings
- All patients experienced significant, long-lasting improvements in pain and function.
- 82% of patients met meaningful clinical improvement and satisfaction thresholds.
- No complications or failures occurred, and satisfaction remained stable at 2-, 5-, and 10-year follow-ups.
Conclusion
Endoscopic repair of gluteus medius tears, when performed with hip arthroscopy, provides durable pain relief and functional recovery over a 10-year period.
What Does This Mean For Patients
If you have a torn gluteus medius tendon, endoscopic repair alongside hip arthroscopy could provide long-lasting pain relief and improved function, even in the long term.