This 2008 ANCHOR study group consensus paper establishes a standardized five-view plain radiographic protocol for the symptomatic young adult hip. It defines positioning requirements and quantitative thresholds for diagnosing acetabular dysplasia, femoroacetabular impingement, and early osteoarthritis. The goal is a reproducible framework that supports accurate diagnosis and surgical decision-making across providers.
This 2008 ANCHOR study group consensus paper establishes a standardized five-view plain radiographic protocol for the symptomatic young adult hip. It defines positioning requirements and quantitative thresholds for diagnosing acetabular dysplasia, femoroacetabular impingement, and early osteoarthritis. The goal is a reproducible framework that supports accurate diagnosis and surgical decision-making across providers.