Femoral Derotation Osteotomy Technique for Excessive Femoral Anteversion

Femoral Derotation Osteotomy Technique for Excessive Femoral Anteversion

Authors: Hartigan DE, Perets I, Walsh JP, Domb BG

Journal: Arthrosc Tech. 2017 Aug;6(4):e1405–e1410

DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2017.05.027 | PMID: 29354448

Background:

Excessive femoral anteversion can cause abnormal hip mechanics and pain.

Key Points:

• Describes combined femoral derotation osteotomy with hip arthroscopy to correct bony alignment and address intra-articular pathology.
• Single-stage surgery addresses both causes of symptoms comprehensively.

Conclusions:

Combined surgical correction is effective for symptomatic femoral anteversion.

What Does This Mean for Providers?

Consider combined osteotomy and arthroscopy in patients with excessive femoral anteversion to achieve durable clinical results.