Tag John C. Clohisy

Pelvic Osteotomies for Hip Dysplasia

Key Points The Bernese periacetabular osteotomy (PAO) can improve pain and function in adolescent and young adult patients with symptomatic acetabular dysplasia and minimal degenerative changes. PAO allows medialization of the hip center, improved lateral and anterior coverage, and correction…

Synovial Diseases of the Hip

Key Points Synovial chondromatosis and pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) are the most common primary disorders of the hip synovium. Early diagnosis of synovial disorders is important to optimize treatment results and minimize secondary degenerative disease of the hip. Surgical techniques…