Hip scope vs hip replacement: which surgery wins for early arthritis?

NCT ID NCT04166227

First seen Mar 18, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study compared two surgeries—hip arthroscopy (a less invasive scope) and total hip replacement—for people aged 40 to 60 with early hip osteoarthritis. The goal was to see which surgery better improves pain, symptoms, and daily function. The trial was stopped early, but results may help guide treatment choices for middle-aged patients.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic and University Hospital

    London, Ontario, N6A 3K7, Canada

  • Fraser Health

    New Westminster, British Columbia, V3L 0E4, Canada

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