Intraoperative Classification System Yields Favorable Outcomes for Patients Treated Surgically for Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome

Intraoperative Classification System Yields Favorable Outcomes for Patients Treated Surgically for Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome

Authors

Annin S, Lall AC, Meghpara MB, Maldonado DR, Shapira J, Rosinsky PJ, Ankem HK, Domb BG
DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2021.01.058

Background

Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) is a common cause of hip pain, often due to inflammation or tears in the tendons around the hip. This study evaluates a new intraoperative classification system to guide treatment and predict patient outcomes after surgery.

Methods

The study reviewed patients who underwent surgical treatment for GTPS between 2008 and 2018. They were classified according to the Lall GTPS classification system and treated with different surgical procedures. The outcomes were then analyzed using patient-reported outcome scores.

Key Findings

All patients showed significant improvement in pain and function after surgery. The classification system helped predict which type of surgery would yield the best results, and patients reported high satisfaction with their outcomes.

Conclusions

The Lall GTPS classification system helps guide surgical treatment for greater trochanteric pain and leads to favorable outcomes. This tool can be used to better treat patients based on their specific type of GTPS.

What Does This Mean for Patients

If you're undergoing surgery for hip pain related to GTPS, the new classification system can help your surgeon choose the most effective treatment for your condition, improving your chances of a good outcome.