AANA19 Hip Access Pass-The Learning Curve in Hip Arthroscopy_ Effect on Total Operating Room and Surgical Times-Dr. Guillaume D. Dumont, M.D.

The Learning Curve in Hip Arthroscopy_ Effect on Total Operating Room and Surgical Times-Dr. Guillaume D. Dumont, M.D.

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This study examined the learning curve in hip arthroscopy by analyzing total operating room (OR) time, surgical time, and setup time over 225 cases by a single surgeon. Results showed significant decreases in OR and surgical times, leveling off at about 70% of initial durations after 150 cases. Setup time improved primarily in the first 25 cases. Limitations include case complexity changes and single-surgeon data. The findings confirm a learning curve exists, with OR staff adapting faster (around 25 cases) than surgeons. Early-career surgeons should anticipate longer procedure times and plan accordingly to ensure patient safety and efficiency.

Keywords

hip arthroscopy

learning curve

operating room time

surgical time

procedure efficiency