Hip Arthroscopy Versus Total Hip Arthroplasty RCT
Hip Osteoarthritis
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Hip Osteoarthritis focused on measuring Hip Scope, Total Hip Replacement
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion criteria:
- Between the ages of 40-60 years at the time of surgery.
- Radiographic evidence of mild to moderate hip OA (Tönnis Gr 0 with MRI chondral wear, Tönnis Gr 1 and 2).
- Patients must have completed ≥3 months of non-operative management with ongoing symptoms.
Exclusion criteria:
- Advanced OA, defined as <2 mm joint space (Tönnis Gr 3) or those with acetabular or femoral head cysts.
- Patients who are pregnant or may become pregnant around the time of surgery.
- Prior arthroplasty of the contralateral hip.
- Current or prior hip dysplasia (defined by a lateral centre edge angle of <20 degrees).
- Acetabular protrusio or coxa profunda, making arthroscopic access unsafe/unfeasible.
Sites / Locations
- Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic and University HospitalRecruiting
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Active Comparator
Active Comparator
Hip Arthroscopy
Total Hip Arthroplasty
Patients in the Hip Arthroscopy group will undergo arthroscopy in the supine position under general anesthesia, with all procedures performed by two subspecialty-trained hip arthroscopists. An algorithmic surgical approach will be utilized to sequentially address pathology in the central and peripheral compartments of the hip based on both preoperative imaging findings and intraoperative findings. Emphasis will be placed on labral preservation and refixation, with osseous decompression under fluoroscopic guidance.
Patients randomized to the Total Hip Replacement (THR) group will undergo THR via a direct anterior approach. A slightly oblique skin incision measuring approximately 8 cm will be used, starting 3 cm distally and laterally to the anterosuperior iliac spine. The intervals between tensor fascia lata (TFL) and sartorius will be developed superficially, and between rectus femoris and gluteus minimus deeper. Capsulotomy will be performed. A double osteotomy of the femoral neck will be performed to facilitate removal of the head followed by traditional preparation of the acetabulum using an offset reamer and the acetabular component will be inserted. Next, the superior capsule will be released to elevate the femur to allow access to the femoral canal, followed by standard preparation by use of an offset broach and the stem will be implanted