Early results of hip arthroscopy techniques using peripheral compartment first with periportal capsu...

Central compartment (CC) first hip arthroscopy is the traditional method for accessing the hip arthroscopically. However, hip instability and iatrogenic damage have been associated with this hip arthroscopy approach. Recently, peripheral compartment (PC) first with limited periportal capsulotomies has been shown to be a safe and effective method while maintaining capsular integrity. The purpose of this study was to assess whether there is a difference in early patient outcomes and surgical components between the CC first approach with capsulotomy and capsule repair versus the PC first approach with periportal access for the arthroscopic treatment of femoroacetabular impingement and labral pathology.