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. 2014 May 27;3(3):e355–e359. doi: 10.1016/j.eats.2014.02.004

Table 2.

Key Points for Capsular Autograft Reconstruction

Point Rationale
Ensure capsulotomy is performed close to the femoral head. This allows sufficient capsular tissue for reconstruction.
Avoid trimming of the medial capsule until reconstruction has been performed. Excessive trimming of the capsule will not allow sufficient tissue for reconstruction.
Use a high-speed burr to decorticate the acetabular rim. This provides a bleeding surface for the graft to heal.
Avoid capsular autograft in patients with borderline dysplasia or ligamentous laxity. This patient population should undergo capsular closure to avoid instability.