At present, it is not clear whether performing a hip arthroscopy at the same time as a PAO improves patient outcomes after surgery compared to a PAO alone.
This research project will randomize patients to receive either a PAO alone, or a PAO and a hip arthroscopy at the same time.
Skeletally mature patient undergoing Bernese periacetabular osteotomy for symptomatic acetabular dysplasia/hip instability
Pre-Operative MRI at 3T and/or gadolinium MR arthrogram
Age, 16-50 years old
Patient capable of giving informed consent
Prior hip/pelvis surgery of any kind on the surgical side
Prior hip arthroplasty surgery on either side
Radiographic evidence of arthritis (i.e. Tönnis grade =2)
Known connective tissue disorder (e.g. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, etc.)