The kite measurement technique allows for easy and accurate measurement of segmental defects during segmental labral reconstruction of the hip.
Does the kite measurement technique improve the accuracy of graft preparation in segmental labral reconstruction of the hip?
The kite measurement technique provides a method for accurate sizing of grafts in segmental labral reconstruction, potentially avoiding incomplete restoration or the need for graft amputation.
Preserving labral integrity has become a guiding principle in hip preservation surgery given the recent understanding of the importance of the acetabular labral suction seal. When labral tissue is deficient, a labral reconstruction may be indicated to re-create the suction seal and improve hip biomechanics. One of the main challenges of segmental labral reconstruction techniques is obtaining an accurate measurement of the defect because incorrect sizing of the graft could result in incomplete restoration of the labral seal or an oversized graft that requires amputation. In this report, we present a kite measurement technique that allows for easy, accurate measurement of the segmental defect during segmental labral reconstruction.
Ellman et al. (Sun,) conducted a other in Deficient labral tissue requiring segmental labral reconstruction of the hip. Kite measurement technique was evaluated. The kite measurement technique allows for easy and accurate measurement of segmental defects during segmental labral reconstruction of the hip.