Arthroscopy for psoas abscess concurrent with hip septic arthritis

What is it about?

Concomitant psoas abscess with hip septic arthritis can be successfully treated by a single hip arthroscopic surgery.

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Why is it important?

Although previous studies have shown good results of open arthrotomy for psoas abscess concurrent with hip joint septic arthritis, that technique has some disadvantages because of the associated morbidity of the arthrotomy and the risk of further damage to the blood supply of the femoral head. Hip arthroscopy is less morbid, causes minimal soft tissue damage, allows early rehabilitation, and has good cosmesis compared to open surgery.