Acetabular labral tears: diagnosis, repair, and a method for labral reconstruction

Clin Sports Med. 2011 Apr;30(2):317-29. doi: 10.1016/j.csm.2010.12.006.

Abstract

Labral tears are an important cause of hip pain in the athlete. Knowledge of labral function is now better understood. The labrum acts as a suction seal stabilizing the hip joint. After a detailed history and physical examination, imaging workup is done to achieve an accurate diagnosis. Hip arthroscopy can be performed to treat labral tears in a minimally invasive manner. This article describes operative techniques to treat labral tears, including a method for labral reconstruction using the iliotibial band autograft.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Acetabulum / injuries*
  • Acetabulum / surgery
  • Cartilage, Articular / injuries*
  • Cartilage, Articular / surgery
  • Hip Injuries / diagnosis*
  • Hip Injuries / pathology
  • Hip Injuries / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Orthopedic Procedures / methods*