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SUBMITTER: Deshmane PP
PROVIDER: S-EPMC3678604 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Feb
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Arthroscopy techniques 20121217 1
The labrum is essential for stability, movement, and prevention of arthritis in the hip. In cases of labral damage where repair of a labral tear is not possible, reconstruction can be a useful alternative. Several different autografts have been used, including the iliotibial band (ITB), the ligamentum teres capitis, and the gracilis tendon. Authors have reported both open and arthroscopic techniques for reconstruction with good preliminary results. However, an all-arthroscopic labral reconstruct ...[more]