Portal Placement for Hip Arthroscopy

1. Anatomic Landmarks

1. Sagittal Plane
2. Anterior Superior Iliac Spine
3. Greater Trochanter

2. Anterolateral Portal

1. Parallel Approach
2. Femoral Head Drop
3. Orientation with 70º Scope

3. Anterior Portal

1. Advancement of Cannula Above Femoral Head
2. Cutaneous Incision Avoiding Lateral Femoral Cutaneous Nerve
3. Capsule Release with Arthroscopic Knife

4. Check Position of Anterior Portal with Scope

1. Labrum Examination