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SynthesisEuropean journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie2024

Endoscopic management of greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS): a comprehensive systematic review.

Riccardo Giai Via, Ahmed Elzeiny, Marco Bufalo, Alessandro Massè, Matteo Giachino

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Synthesis in European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

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5 authors.

Riccardo Giai ViaCentro Traumatologico Ortopedico (CTO), Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology, University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126, Turin, Italy. riccardogiaivia@gmail.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-1170-230X
Ahmed ElzeinyDepartment of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Kafr El Sheikh University, Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0000-9528-6723
Marco BufaloCentro Traumatologico Ortopedico (CTO), Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology, University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126, Turin, Italy.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0000-2652-5751
Alessandro MassèCentro Traumatologico Ortopedico (CTO), Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology, University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126, Turin, Italy.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-3999-4121
Matteo GiachinoCentro Traumatologico Ortopedico (CTO), Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology, University of Turin, Via Gianfranco Zuretti 29, 10126, Turin, Italy.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-1818-7689

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundGreater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) presents challenges in clinical management due to its chronic nature and uncertain etiology. Historically attributed to greater trochanteric bursitis, current understanding implicates abductor tendinopathy as the primary cause. Diagnosis usually involves a clinical examination and additional tests such as imaging and provocative testing. Surgical intervention may be considered for cases refractory to conservative therapy, with endoscopic techniques gaining ground over open procedures. MATERIALS AND

methodsA systematic review was conducted adhering to the PRISMA guidelines. Relevant studies were searched in four databases: Pubmed, Scopus, Embase, and Medline. The selected articles were evaluated according to the criteria of levels of evidence (LoE). The Coleman methodology score (mCMS) was used to analyze the retrospective studies. This systematic review was registered in the International Prospective Registry of Systematic Reviews.

resultsSurgical success rates ranged from 70.6-100%, significantly improving pain and function. Complications were generally mild, mainly hematomas and seromas, while recurrence rates were low. However, limitations such as the retrospective design and the absence of control groups warrant cautious interpretation of the results.

conclusionsEndoscopic surgery emerges as a promising option for refractory GTPS, offering effective symptom relief and functional improvement. Despite limitations, these results suggest a favorable risk-benefit profile for endoscopic procedures. Further research is needed, particularly prospective randomized trials, to confirm these findings and optimize surgical techniques to improve patient outcomes.

Indexed as

BursitisEndoscopyTendinopathyArthralgiaFemurHip JointHumansSyndromeAbductor TendinopathyChronic Hip PainEndoscopic SurgeryGTPS; Greater Trochanteric Pain SyndromeHip Arthroscopy

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PMID38862847
PMCPMC11377678

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