what is fho
Femoral Head & Neck Ostectomy Femoral head and neck ostectomy (FHO) is a commonly performed procedure for surgical treatment of traumatic and chronic conditions affecting the hip. The option to do an FHO is typically presented along with other surgical alternatives. Some surgeons see it as a last resort or a âsalvageâ procedure, whereas others believe it to be a pri-mary recommendation for many orthopedic diseases of the hip. INDICATIONS Common indications for an FHO include: Femoral head and neck fractures