Editorial Commentary: Is It Acceptable to Have Symptoms After Hip Arthroscopy? Depends on Whom You Ask…
Authors: Lall AC, Maldonado DR, Domb BG
Journal: Arthroscopy. 2018 Nov;34(11):3030-3032.
DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2018.08.017 | PMID: 30392686
Background
Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) dominate hip arthroscopy outcome assessment, but debate exists about what defines “acceptable” results.
Summary
- PROMs provide objective data but may not fully capture patient satisfaction or personal goals.
- Outcome success should consider both clinical measures and patient happiness.
Conclusions
No clear consensus exists on whether post-arthroscopy symptoms are acceptable; a patient-centered approach balancing PROMs with individual expectations is advocated.
What Does This Mean for Providers?
- Recognize the limitations of PROMs; engage patients in goal-setting pre- and post-surgery.
- Prioritize patient satisfaction and shared decision-making alongside objective outcome metrics.
- Tailor post-operative counseling to align with patient expectations for better overall satisfaction.