Author Description

Completely revised and updated throughout, this new edition focuses on the technical and clinical aspects of performing arthroscopic hip procedures. This text presents comprehensive, timely information on all major arthroscopic approaches. Each chapter is supported by color photographs and line drawings, gross and arthroscopic anatomy, information on pitfalls, complications and rehabilitation, and a wide range of illustrative case studies. Five new chapters have been added, including precise discussions of: extraarticular sources of hip pain; endoscopic treatments; arthroscopic assisted and combined open hip procedures; hip arthroscopy in athletes; and hip arthroscopy in children. Also included are expanded chapters on outcome data and the latest imaging techniques using MRI and injection dyes to better assess problems of this complex joint.