Understanding the ligamentum teres of the hip: a histological study

Objective: To perform a histological study describing the microstructure of the ligamentum teres of the hip, with special emphasis on the presence of nerve bundles. Our study aims to correlate the microstructure of the ligamentum teres with its postulated functions, allowing greater understanding of its role within the hip joint.Methods: Fresh specimens excised intra-operatively in 11 patients undergoing open hip procedures were preserved in formalin and sent to the laboratory for histological analysis by our collaborating pathologist. The specimens were sectioned and stained, and examined und...