Is There a Role for Hip Arthroscopy in Patients With Femoral Head Fractures?

This study is evaluating whether hip arthroscopy — a minimally invasive surgical technique using a small camera inserted into the joint — is a viable treatment option for a specific type of femoral head fracture (Pipkin type 1), which is a fracture of the ball part of the hip joint typically caused by high-energy trauma. Traditional treatments involve open surgery or total hip replacement, but arthroscopy may reduce surgical trauma and speed up recovery. Adults with confirmed Pipkin 1 femoral head fractures who can undergo surgery within 2 weeks of the fracture and have no additional pelvic fractures or severe health conditions may be eligible. Participation involves undergoing the arthroscopic procedure and attending follow-up visits to assess recovery and outcomes. This summary was prepared to help patients understand the study in plain language.