Endoscopic Repair of Partial Gluteus Medius Tear: Staple Configuration With Suture Anchors

Abstract

Tears of the gluteus medius and minimus have emerged as significant contributors to lateral hip pain and functional impairment. Surgical intervention reliably delivers pain alleviation and ability to return to activities. Nevertheless, conventional open procedures entail substantial incisions, extensive tissue damage, and protracted recovery. Endoscopic approaches have provided minimally invasive alternative strategies. This Technical Note details a method for addressing partial gluteus medius tears by recreating the hip abductor tendon insertion footprint and employing a bioinductive patch to promote wound healing.