New research, guidelines and FDA decisions, each with a note on what it might change in a conversation with your surgeon, how certain it is, and links to the original sources.
How we choose news. Nothing here is sponsored. Mentioning a product isn't an endorsement, and an FDA clearance means a device was found substantially equivalent to existing ones, not proven better. Updated November 2026.
Research
Arthroscopy in hips with some arthritis: similar scores, less durable
A meta-analysis in the American Journal of Sports Medicine found hip arthroscopy for FAI in hips with moderate (Tönnis grade 2) arthritis gave similar clinical scores to hips with little arthritis, but lower survivorship, meaning more went on to further surgery.
What this could change in a conversation with your surgeon: If your X-ray shows arthritis, ask how it changes the chance you'll need a hip replacement later.
Acetabular cysts didn't worsen results in experienced hands
A matched multicenter study of 82 patients found people with small bone cysts in the hip socket had similar pain relief and function two years after arthroscopy as those without cysts, in hips without severe arthritis.
What this could change in a conversation with your surgeon: A cyst on imaging isn't necessarily a reason to avoid surgery, but arthritis still matters most.
