Table 2.
Advantages and Disadvantages for Arthroscopic Labral Augmentation
Advantages |
Labral “suction seal” restored |
Measurement of the labral defect is unnecessary |
Restoration of labral functions |
Preservation of the native circumferential labral fibers |
Allograft reduces donor-side morbidity |
Disadvantages |
Technically demanding procedure |
Longer surgical time |
Possible increase of inherent arthroscopic complications |