Utility of 3D Planning Software in Understanding Residual Proximal Femoral Deformity for Planning of Revision Hip Arthroscopy

Utility of 3D Planning Software in Understanding Residual Proximal Femoral Deformity for Planning of Revision Hip Arthroscopy

Authors

Carbone AD, Prabhavalkar ON, Perez-Padilla PA, Curley AJ, Nerys-Figueroa J, Domb BG

Journal

American Journal of Sports Medicine, November 2023

Objective

To evaluate whether CT scans with 3D planning software can detect more detailed femoral deformities than traditional X-rays when planning revision hip arthroscopy for patients with failed femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) surgery.

Key Findings

• CT scans provided detailed insights into femoral deformities missed by X-rays, such as over- and under-resection areas.
• Many patients had deformities that were not seen in traditional radiographs.
• 3D planning software improved preoperative planning for revision surgeries, leading to more accurate treatments.

Conclusion

CT scans combined with 3D planning software offer a better understanding of femoral deformities, which can improve the accuracy of revision hip arthroscopy and potentially lead to better outcomes.

What Does This Mean For Patients

If you've had previous FAI surgery and are considering a revision, this advanced imaging approach may help your surgeon plan more accurately, potentially leading to a better outcome.