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. 2012 Apr 13;1(1):e57–e62. doi: 10.1016/j.eats.2012.02.001

Table 1.

Technical Pearls

Description
Interportal capsulotomy Adequate visualization and mobilization in the central compartment are provided.
T capsulotomy Adequate visualization to fully evaluate the proximal femur is provided.
Arthroscope in anterior portal Directing the light source down the femoral neck allows at least 180° visualization of the cam lesion.
Retraction A switching stick is placed through the ALP and used to retract the superior and inferior leaves of the capsule for improved exposure.
DALA portal Use of the DALA portal allows ergonomic osteochondroplasty of the femoral head-neck junction.