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Carender CN, Fruth KM, Lewallen DG, Berry DJ, Abdel MP, Bedard NA. Obesity and Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty: The Absolute versus Relative Risk of Periprosthetic Joint Infection at 15 Years. J Arthroplasty 2024; 39:S436-S443.e1. [PMID: 38521248 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2024.03.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Revised: 03/12/2024] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 03/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND To make an informed decision about total hip arthroplasty (THA), surgeons and patients need to understand the absolute and relative risks of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI). We sought to evaluate the long-term risk of PJI following primary THA stratified by body mass index (BMI) and PJI-related risk factors. METHODS We identified 21,550 primary THAs performed from 2000 to 2021 at a single institution. Patients were stratified as having 0, 1, or ≥ 2 PJI risk factors (diabetes, chronic kidney disease, nonprimary osteoarthritis, immunosuppression, or active smoking) and into BMI categories. The 15-year cumulative risk of PJI was evaluated by BMI and PJI risk factors. RESULTS For the entire cohort, the 15-year absolute risk of PJI was 2%. For patients who did not have PJI risk factors, the absolute risk of PJI at 15 years was 1% in normal weight, 2% in class III obesity, and 4% in class IV obesity. Patients who had class III and IV obesity had a 3-times and 9-times higher relative risk of PJI, respectively (P = .03, P < .001). Among patients who had ≥ 2 PJI risk factors, the absolute risk of PJI at 15 years was 2% in normal weight, 4% in class III obesity, and 18% in class IV obesity. CONCLUSIONS Healthy patients who had class III and IV obesity had a 3-times and 9-times increased risk of PJI at 15 years relative to normal weight patients. However, the absolute risk of PJI at 15 years was 2 and 4%, respectively. Given emerging data questioning whether BMI modification decreases PJI risk, surgeons and patients must consider both a 3-times to 9-times increased relative risk of PJI and a 2 to 4% absolute risk of PJI at 15 years for healthy patients who had a BMI ≥ 40. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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Tidd JL, Huffman N, Oyem PC, Pasqualini I, Hadad MJ, Klika AK, Deren ME, Piuzzi NS. Preoperative and Postoperative Weight Change has Minimal Influence on Health Care Utilization and Patient-Reported Outcomes Following Total Knee Arthroplasty. J Knee Surg 2024; 37:545-554. [PMID: 38113913 DOI: 10.1055/a-2232-7657] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2023]
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As obesity becomes more prevalent, more patients are at risk of lower extremity osteoarthritis and subsequent total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This study aimed to test (1) the association of preoperative weight change with health care utilization and (2) the association of pre- and postoperative weight changes with failure to achieve satisfaction and minimal clinically important difference (MCID) in Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score for pain (KOOS-Pain) and function (KOOS-PS) 1 year after TKA. Prospectively collected monocentric data on patients who underwent primary TKA were retrospectively reviewed. Multivariable logistic regression assessed the influence of BMI and weight change on outcomes while controlling for confounding variables. Outcomes included prolonged length of stay (LOS >3 days), nonhome discharge, 90-day readmission rate, satisfaction, and achievement of MCID for KOOS-Pain and KOOS-PS. Preoperative weight change had no impact on prolonged LOS (gain, p = 0.173; loss, p = 0.599). Preoperative weight loss was associated with increased risk of nonhome discharge (odds ratio [OR]: 1.47, p = 0.003). There was also increased risk of 90-day readmission with preoperative weight gain (OR: 1.27, p = 0.047) and decreased risk with weight loss (OR: 0.73, p = 0.033). There was increased risk of nonhome discharge with obesity class II (OR: 1.6, p = 0.016) and III (OR: 2.21, p < 0.001). Weight change was not associated with failure to achieve satisfaction, MCID in KOOS-Pain, or MCID in KOOS-PS. Obesity class III patients had decreased risk of failure to reach MCID in KOOS-Pain (OR: 0.43, p = 0.005) and KOOS-PS (OR: 0.7, p = 0.007). Overall, pre- and postoperative weight change has little impact on the achievement of satisfaction and clinically relevant differences in pain and function at 1 year. However, preoperative weight gain was associated with a higher risk of 90-day readmissions after TKA. Furthermore, patients categorized in Class III obesity were at increased risk of nonhome discharge but experienced a greater likelihood of achieving MCID in KOOS-Pain and KOOS-PS. Our results raise awareness of the dangers of using weight changes and BMI alone as a measure of TKA eligibility.
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- Joshua L Tidd
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
- College of Medicine, Northeast Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
- Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
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Schmerler J, Hussain N, Kurian SJ, Khanuja HS, Oni JK, Hegde V. Preoperative weight loss before total hip arthroplasty negatively impacts postoperative outcomes. ARTHROPLASTY 2024; 6:13. [PMID: 38561849 PMCID: PMC10986115 DOI: 10.1186/s42836-024-00237-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Obesity adversely impacts outcomes of total hip arthroplasty (THA), leading surgeons to impose body mass index cutoffs for patient eligibility and encourage preoperative weight loss. This study aimed to determine if preoperative weight loss impacts outcomes of THA in the general patient population and if it mitigates poor outcomes in obese patients. METHODS Patients who underwent THA from 2013-2020 were identified in the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) database. Patients were stratified by weight loss of >10% of body weight over the preceding 6 months. We used multivariable linear and logistic regression models, adjusted for age, sex, race/ethnicity, and comorbidities, to examine the effect of significant preoperative weight loss on 30-day outcomes after THA in the general and obese patient populations. RESULTS In the overall population, patients who lost significant weight preoperatively had significantly increased length of stay, were more likely to have a non-home discharge, return to the operating room, or be readmitted, and were more likely to experience numerous medical complications. In the obese population, patients who lost significant weight preoperatively had significantly increased length of stay and were more likely to require a transfusion or experience any medical complication. DISCUSSION Rapid significant preoperative weight loss is not associated with improved postoperative outcomes after THA in the obese population and is associated with worse outcomes in the general population. Arthroplasty surgeons should balance these risks with the risks of obesity when advising patients about preoperative weight loss prior to THA. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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- Jessica Schmerler
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 601 N Caroline St, Baltimore, MD, 21287, USA.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 601 N Caroline St, Baltimore, MD, 21287, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 601 N Caroline St, Baltimore, MD, 21287, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 601 N Caroline St, Baltimore, MD, 21287, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 601 N Caroline St, Baltimore, MD, 21287, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 601 N Caroline St, Baltimore, MD, 21287, USA
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Zink TM, Kent SE, Choudhary AN, Kavolus JJ. Nutrition in Surgery: An Orthopaedic Perspective. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2023; 105:1897-1906. [PMID: 37856576 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.23.00259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2023]
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➤ Malnutrition is common among subsets of patients undergoing orthopaedic surgery and is associated with an increased risk of postoperative complications.➤ Serum proteins, in particular, albumin, may be used in the evaluation of nutritional status.➤ Anthropometric measurements and surveys also play a role in the evaluation of nutritional status.➤ Increased energy and nutrient requirements due to surgical procedures necessitate increased caloric and protein intake in the perioperative period, which may be achieved through diet or supplementation.➤ Evidence supports the use of protein-calorie, amino acid, and immunonutrition supplements. Vitamin D supplementation is an area of further consideration.➤ Diet restriction, activity alterations, pharmacotherapy, and bariatric surgery are all safe, effective approaches to weight loss, although the optimal timing and magnitude of preoperative weight loss require further investigation.
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- Thomas M Zink
- Tufts Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts
- Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Tufts Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts
- Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts
- Newton-Wellesley Orthopedic Associates, Newton, Massachusetts
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Rechenmacher AJ, Yancy WS, Bolognesi MP, Jiranek WA, Seyler TM, Horn ME. Does Preoperative Weight Loss Within 6 Months or 1 Year Change the Risk of Adverse Outcomes in Total Knee Arthroplasty by Initial Body Mass Index Classification? J Arthroplasty 2023; 38:2517-2522.e2. [PMID: 37331436 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2023.06.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2023] [Revised: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 06/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/20/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND High body mass index (BMI) is associated with adverse outcomes after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Thus, many patients are advised to lose weight before TKA. This study examined how weight loss before TKA is associated with adverse outcomes depending on patients' initial BMI. METHODS This was a retrospective study of 2,110 primary TKAs at a single academic center. Data on preoperative BMIs, demographics, comorbidities, and incidences of revision or prosthetic joint infection (PJI) were obtained. Multivariable logistic regressions segmented by patients' initial (1-year preoperative) BMI classifications were performed to determine if a > 5% BMI decrease from 1 year or 6 months preoperatively predicted PJI and revision controlling for patient age, race, sex, and Elixhauser comorbidity index. RESULTS Preoperative weight loss did not predict adverse outcomes for patients who had Obesity Class II or III. 6-month weight loss had greater odds of adverse outcomes than 1-year weight loss and most significantly predicted the occurrence of 1-year PJI (adjusted odds ratio: 6.55, P < .001) for patients who had Obesity Class 1 or lower. CONCLUSION This study does not show a statistically significant effect to patients who had Obesity Class II and III losing weight preoperatively with respect to PJI or revision. For patients who have Obesity Class I or lower pursuing TKA, future research should consider potential risks associated with weight loss. Further study is needed to determine if weight loss can be implemented as a safe and effective risk reduction strategy for specific BMI classes of TKA patients.
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- Department of Medicine, Duke University School of Medicine, Duke Diet & Fitness Center, Durham, North Carolina
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina; Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
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Chen T, Liu C, Zhang Z, Liang T, Zhu J, Zhou C, Wu S, Yao Y, Huang C, Zhang B, Feng S, Wang Z, Huang S, Sun X, Chen L, Zhan X. Using Machine Learning to Predict Surgical Site Infection After Lumbar Spine Surgery. Infect Drug Resist 2023; 16:5197-5207. [PMID: 37581167 PMCID: PMC10423613 DOI: 10.2147/idr.s417431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2023] [Accepted: 07/26/2023] [Indexed: 08/16/2023] Open
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Objective The objective of this study was to utilize machine learning techniques to analyze perioperative factors and identify blood glucose levels that can predict the occurrence of surgical site infection following posterior lumbar spinal surgery. Methods A total of 4019 patients receiving lumbar internal fixation surgery from an institute were enrolled between June 2012 and February 2021. First, the filtered data were randomized into the test and verification groups. Second, in the test group, specific variables were screened using logistic regression analysis, Lasso regression analysis, support vector machine, and random forest. Specific variables obtained using the four methods were intersected, and a dynamic model was constructed. ROC and calibration curves were constructed to assess model performance. Finally, internal model performance was verified in the verification group using ROC and calibration curves. Results The data from 4019 patients were collected. In total, 1327 eligible cases were selected. By combining logistic regression analysis with three machine learning algorithms, this study identified four predictors associated with SSI, namely Modic changes, sebum thickness, hemoglobin, and glucose. Using this information, a prediction model was developed and visually represented. Then, we constructed ROC and calibration curves using the test group; the area under the ROC curve was 0.988. Further, calibration curve analysis revealed favorable consistency of nomogram-predicted values compared with real measurements. The C-index of our model was 0.986 (95% CI 0.981-0.994). Finally, we used the validation group to validate the model internally; the AUC was 0.987. Calibration curve analysis revealed favorable consistency of nomogram-predicted values compared with real measurements. The C-index was 0.982 (95% CI 0.974-0.999). Conclusion Logistic regression analysis and machine learning were employed to select four risk factors: Modic changes, sebum thickness, hemoglobin, and glucose. Then, a dynamic prediction model was constructed to help clinicians simplify the monitoring and prevention of SSI.
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- Tianyou Chen
- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Spine Ward, Liuzhou People’s Hospital, Liuzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Spine Ward, Liuzhou People’s Hospital, Liuzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Spine and Osteopathy Ward, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People’s Republic of China
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Abhari S, Rhea EB, Arrington DD, Smith LS, Yakkanti MR, Malkani AL. Is There a Difference in PROMs Between Morbidly Obese Patients and Nonobese Patients Following Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty? Arthroplast Today 2023; 22:101169. [PMID: 37521737 PMCID: PMC10374861 DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2023.101169] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2023] [Revised: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/01/2023] Open
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Background Patient satisfaction and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are important for patients, surgeons, and payers in the current healthcare climate. Morbidly obese patients (body mass index [BMI] >40) have demonstrated higher incidence of complications after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and can have difficulty obtaining access for their surgical care. The purpose of this study was to evaluate PROMs and patient satisfaction in morbidly obese patients undergoing primary TKA. Methods A total of 75 patients with BMI >40 kg/m2 undergoing robotic-assisted TKA were retrospectively identified and matched 2:1 to a consecutive cohort of patients with BMI <35. The average BMI of the study cohort was 42.4 kg/m2 (39.5-51.3) compared to 28.6 kg/m2 (18.5-34.9) in the control group. Clinical outcomes, PROMs, and patient satisfaction were evaluated at a minimum 2-year follow-up. Results The patients of the BMI >40 cohort were less likely to be discharged home (P = .0076), had less active flexion at 2 years (P = .0046), and had worse knee scores at 2 years (0.0497). Despite this, the percentage of patients who were satisfied or very satisfied after surgery was similar between the groups (87.5% vs 91.2%, P = .1943). Conclusions Morbidly obese patients are less likely to be discharged directly to home and may have functional differences after primary TKA. However, morbidly obese patients have similar PROMs and are as satisfied as nonobese patients at 2 years. Morbidly obese patients with end-stage knee osteoarthritis should also be able to enjoy the benefits of primary TKA following medical and surgical optimization.
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- Sarag Abhari
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA
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Marinier MC, Ogunsola AS, Elkins JM. Whole-body phase angle correlates with pre-operative markers in total joint arthroplasty. JOURNAL OF ELECTRICAL BIOIMPEDANCE 2023; 14:60-65. [PMID: 38162816 PMCID: PMC10750321 DOI: 10.2478/joeb-2023-0008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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Background Bioimpedance derived whole body phase angle (ϕ), a measure of cellular integrity, has been identified as an independent marker of morbidity and mortality in many medical and surgical specialties. While similar measures of water homeostasis like extracellular edema (EE) have been associated with pre-operative risk, ϕ has not been studied in orthopaedics, despite potential to serve as a pre-operative marker. This study aims to identify relationships between ϕ, EE, and body composition metrics, laboratory values, patient reported outcomes, and comorbidities. Methods Multi-frequency bioimpedance analysis (BIA) records, laboratory values, and patient reported outcomes of adult patients presenting to an academic arthroplasty clinic were retrospectively reviewed. Correlation coefficients between ϕ, EE, and reviewed information were conducted. Results ϕ was significantly correlated (p<0.001) most positively with measures of lean tissue such as skeletal muscle mass (r=0.48), appendicular skeletal muscle index (r=0.39), lean body mass (r=0.43), and dry lean mass (r=0.47), while it held negative correlations (p<0.001) with age (r= -0.55), and body fat mass (r= -0.11). ϕ was not correlated with body mass index (BMI, p = 0.204). In contrast, EE demonstrated its strongest positive correlations (p<0.001) with body fat mass (r=0.32), age (r=0.50), and BMI (r=0.26), and its strongest negative correlations (p<0.001) with serum albumin (r= -0.37) and total protein (r= -0.23). Conclusions Based on their associations with markers of health and fitness, BIA determined ϕ and EE demonstrate relationships to markers currently implemented in orthopaedic practice. This likely indicates that ϕ has potential as a comprehensive surrogate for several commonly used markers to quantify pre-operative risk. In the future, ϕ may aid in developing risk-stratifications for intervention and prevention of complications.
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- Michael C. Marinier
- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA USA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA USA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA USA
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Godziuk K, Prado CM, Forhan M. Protocol for the POMELO (Prevention Of MusclE Loss in Osteoarthritis) randomized pilot feasibility trial. OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN 2022; 4:100312. [PMID: 36474794 PMCID: PMC9718278 DOI: 10.1016/j.ocarto.2022.100312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2022] [Revised: 07/28/2022] [Accepted: 09/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Objective Individuals with advanced knee osteoarthritis (OA) and a large body size [a body mass index (BMI) ≥35 kg/m2] have a higher risk of complications with total knee arthroplasty (TKA), and hence may be ineligible for surgery unless they reduce their BMI. However, pre-TKA weight-loss has not been shown to reduce surgical infection risk and may inadvertently increase risk for muscle loss and development of sarcopenic obesity (low muscle and low strength with higher fat mass). This suggests that a knee OA management approach that doesn't focus on weight change (weight-neutral) may be beneficial. This study examines if a weight-neutral behavioural intervention is feasible and acceptable to participants, and improves muscle mass and physical function in comparison to usual care. Design This pilot randomized clinical trial compares a 12-week multimodal intervention [including targeted nutrition, progressive resistance exercise, and arthritis self-management support] to usual care. Co-primary outcomes are feasibility and acceptability, with secondary outcomes of change in lean soft tissue and physical function within and between groups at 3-months and 9-months from baseline. Change in waist circumference, fat mass, blood biomarkers, energy metabolism, OA-related pain and function, health-related quality of life, self-efficacy for arthritis management, and interest in pursuing a TKA within and between groups will be explored. Conclusion This study will inform future development of more personalized knee OA treatment approaches for adults with larger bodies. Further, this will contribute to effective alternative treatment pathways that reduce inequities in access to OA care for this understudied patient population.
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- Kristine Godziuk
- Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science, Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Alberta, 2-004 Li Ka Shing Centre, Edmonton, AB T6G 2P5, Canada
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- Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science, Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Alberta, 2-004 Li Ka Shing Centre, Edmonton, AB T6G 2P5, Canada
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- Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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DeMik DE, Marinier MC, Glass NA, Elkins JM. Prevalence of Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity in an Academic Total Joint Arthroplasty Practice. Arthroplast Today 2022; 16:124-129. [PMID: 35677943 PMCID: PMC9168043 DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2022.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Revised: 04/24/2022] [Accepted: 05/01/2022] [Indexed: 10/29/2022] Open
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What Is the Impact of Body Mass Index Cutoffs on Total Hip Arthroplasty Complications? J Arthroplasty 2022; 37:1320-1325.e1. [PMID: 35271979 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2022.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2021] [Revised: 02/27/2022] [Accepted: 03/01/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Body mass index (BMI) cutoffs are commonly utilized to decide whether to offer obese patients elective total hip arthroplasty (THA). However, weight loss goals may be unachievable for many, and some patients are thereby denied complication-free surgery. The purpose of this study was to assess the impact of varying BMI cutoffs on the rates of complication-free surgery after THA. METHODS Patients undergoing THA between 2015 and 2018 were identified in the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database using Common Procedural Terminology code 27130. BMI and rates of 30-day complications were collected. BMI cutoffs of 30, 35, 40, 45, and 50 kg/m2 were applied to model the incidence of complications if THA would have been allowed to proceed based on BMI. RESULTS A total of 192,394 patients underwent THA, and 13,970 (7%) of them had a BMI ≥40 kg/m2. With a BMI cutoff of 40 kg/m2, 178,424 (92.7%) patients would have proceeded with THA. From this set, 170,296 (95.4%) would experience complication-free surgery, and 11.8% of complications would be prevented. THA would proceed for 191,217 (99.3%) patients at a BMI cutoff of 50 kg/m2, of which 182,123 (95.2%) would not experience a complication, and 1.3% of complications would be prevented. Using 35 kg/m2 as the BMI cutoff would prevent 28.6% of complications and permit 75.9% of complication-free surgeries to proceed. CONCLUSION Lower BMI cutoffs for THA can result in fewer complications although they will consequentially limit access to complication-free THA. Consideration of risks of obesity in THA may be best considered as part of a holistic assessment and shared decision-making when deciding on goals for weight reduction.
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Wu M, Cochrane NH, Kim B, Belay ES, O'Donnell J, Ryan SP, Jiranek WA, Seyler TM. Patterns and Predictors of Weight Change Before and After Total Hip Arthroplasty in Class 2 and 3 Obese Patients. J Arthroplasty 2022; 37:880-887. [PMID: 35031418 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2022.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2021] [Revised: 12/14/2021] [Accepted: 01/04/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to better understand body mass index (BMI) change patterns and factors associated with BMI change before and after total hip arthroplasty (THA) in Class 2 and 3 obese patients, and assess if preoperative or postoperative BMI change affects postoperative clinical outcomes. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed World Health Organization Class 2 and 3 obese patients (BMI > 35.0 at surgery) who underwent THA at a tertiary medical center from 2010 to 2020. BMI was recorded at 1 year preoperatively (mean 11.6 months), and at most recent postoperative visit (mean 29.0 months). Baseline demographics and postoperative clinical outcomes were recorded. RESULTS We reviewed 436 THAs with a mean age of 59.9 (11.5) years. Leading up to surgery 55.5% had unchanged BMI, and postoperatively 48.2% had unchanged BMI. Multivariate logistic regression revealed that those who lost BMI preoperatively were more likely to gain BMI postoperatively (odds ratio [OR] 3.28, confidence interval [CI] 1.83-5.97, P = .005), but those who gained >5% BMI preoperatively had no association with BMI change postoperatively. Those in a higher BMI class preoperatively were less likely to gain BMI preoperatively (Class 3 obese patients: OR 0.001, CI 0.0002-0.004, P < .001). African American patients were more likely to gain BMI preoperatively (OR 2.32, CI 1.16-4.66, P = .017). We did not detect an association between BMI change and postoperative clinical outcomes. CONCLUSION In World Health Organization Class 2 or 3 obese patients, most maintained BMI between their first preoperative and final postoperative visit. Preoperatively, Class 3 obese patients were less likely to gain weight than Class 2 obese patients. The primary predictor of postoperative weight gain was preoperative weight loss. Weight change preoperatively and postoperatively were not associated with worse clinical outcomes.
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- Mark Wu
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
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Preoperative Weight Loss and Postoperative Weight Gain Independently Increase Risk for Revision After Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2022; 37:674-682. [PMID: 34915131 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2021.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2021] [Revised: 11/22/2021] [Accepted: 12/07/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The current American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) guidelines recommend preoperative weight loss before total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in patients with body mass index (BMI) ≥40 kg/m2. However, there is a paucity of evidence on TKA outcomes after preoperative weight loss. This study therefore evaluated predictors of preoperative and postoperative BMI changes and their impact on outcomes after TKA. METHODS This is a retrospective review of 3058 primary TKAs at an academic institution from 2015 to 2019. BMI was collected on the day of surgery. Preoperative and postoperative BMI at 6 months and 1 year were also obtained. BMI change of ≥5% was considered clinically significant. Mean follow-up was 3.2 years. Patient demographics, acute postoperative outcomes, and all-cause revisions were compared between patients who gained, lost, or maintained weight using univariate and multivariable analyses. RESULTS Preoperative weight loss was predictive of postoperative weight gain (P < .001), and preoperative weight gain was predictive of postoperative weight loss (P < .001). Cox regression analysis revealed that ≥5% BMI loss preoperatively increased risk for all-cause revisions (P = .030), while ≥5% BMI gain postoperatively increased risk for prosthetic joint infections (P = .016). Patients who lost significant weight both before and after surgery had the highest risk for all-cause revisions (P = .022). CONCLUSION Weight gain postoperatively was associated with inferior outcomes. Significant weight loss before surgery led to a "rebound" in weight gain, and independently increased risk for all-cause revision. Therefore, current recommendations for weight loss before TKA in morbidly obese patients should be re-evaluated.
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DeMik DE, Muffly SA, Carender CN, Glass NA, Brown TS, Bedard NA. What is the Impact of Body Mass Index Cutoffs on Total Knee Arthroplasty Complications? J Arthroplasty 2022; 37:683-687.e1. [PMID: 34954020 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2021.12.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2021] [Accepted: 12/16/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Body mass index (BMI) cutoffs are commonly used to decide whether to offer obese patients elective total knee arthroplasty (TKA). However, weight loss goals may be unachievable for many patients who are consequentially denied complication-free surgery. The purpose of this study was to assess the impact of different BMI cutoffs on the rates of complication-free surgery after TKA. METHODS Patients undergoing elective, primary TKA from 2015 to 2018 were identified in the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database using Common Procedural Terminology code 27447. The BMI and rates of any thirty-day complication were collected. BMI cutoffs of 30, 35, 40, 45, and 50 kg/m2 were applied to model the incidence of complications if TKA would have been allowed or denied based on the BMI. RESULTS A total of 314,719 patients underwent TKA, and 46,386 (14.7%) had a BMI ≥40 kg/m2. With a BMI cutoff of 40 kg/m2, 268,333 (85.3%) patients would have undergone TKA. A total of 282,552 (94.8%) would experience complication-free surgery, and 17.3% of all complications would be prevented. TKA would proceed for 309,479 (98.3%) patients at a BMI cutoff of 50 kg/m2. A total of 293,108 (94.7%) would not experience a complication, and 2.8% of complications would be prevented. A BMI cutoff of 35 kg/m2 would prevent 36.6% of all complications while allowing 94.8% of complication-free surgeries to proceed. CONCLUSION Lower BMI cutoffs can reduce complications, but will limit access to complication-free TKA for many patients. These data do not indicate TKA should be performed without consideration of risks from obesity; however, a holistic assessment and shared decision-making may be more valuable when deciding on appropriate goal weight reduction.
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- David E DeMik
- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
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Middleton AH, Kleven AD, Creager AE, Hanson R, Tarima SS, Edelstein AI. Association Between Nonsurgical Weight Loss From Body Mass Index >40 to Body Mass Index <40 and Complications and Readmissions Following Total Hip Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2022; 37:518-523. [PMID: 34808281 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2021.11.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2021] [Revised: 11/03/2021] [Accepted: 11/16/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Elevated body mass index (BMI) is a risk factor for adverse outcomes following total hip arthroplasty (THA). It is unknown if preoperative weight loss to a BMI <40 kg/m2 is associated with reduced risk of adverse outcomes. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed elective, primary THA performed at an academic center from 2015 to 2019. Patients were split into groups based on their BMI trajectory prior to THA: BMI consistently <40 ("BMI <40"); BMI >40 at the time of surgery ("BMI >40"); and BMI >40 within 2 years preoperatively, but <40 at the time of surgery ("Weight Loss"). Length of stay (LOS), 30-day readmissions, and complications as defined by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services were compared between groups using parsimonious regression models and Fisher's exact testing. Adjusted analyses controlled for sex, age, and American Society of Anesthesiologists class. RESULTS In total, 1589 patients were included (BMI <40: 1387, BMI >40: 96, Weight Loss: 106). The rate of complications in each group was 3.5%, 6.3%, and 8.5% and the rate of 30-day readmissions was 3.0%, 4.2%, and 7.5%, respectively. Compared to the BMI <40 group, the weight loss group had a significantly higher risk of 30-day readmission (odds ratio [OR] 2.70, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.19-6.17, P = .02), higher risk of any complication (OR 2.47, 95% CI 1.09-5.59, P = .03), higher risk of mechanical complications (OR 3.07, 95% CI 1.14-8.25, P = .03), and longer median LOS (16% increase, P = .002). The BMI >40 group had increased median LOS (10% increase, P = .03), but no difference in readmission or complications (P > .05) compared to BMI <40. CONCLUSION Weight loss from BMI >40 to BMI <40 prior to THA was associated with increased risk of readmission and complications compared to BMI <40, whereas BMI >40 was not. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III - Retrospective Cohort Study.
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- Austin H Middleton
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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Marinier MC, Ogunsola AS, Elkins JM. Body Composition Changes in the Immediate Peri-operative Period Following Total Joint Arthroplasty. JOURNAL OF ELECTRICAL BIOIMPEDANCE 2022; 13:39-44. [PMID: 36196241 PMCID: PMC9487908 DOI: 10.2478/joeb-2022-0007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2022] [Accepted: 08/26/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Bioimpedance analysis (BIA) is a readily available tool to assess body composition in a clinical setting. BIA has received little attention in orthopaedics and namely joint arthroplasty. This study aims to quantify changes in body composition in the immediate peri-operative period following total joint arthroplasty. METHODS Adults scheduled for elective total joint arthroplasty were recruited to participate. Patients underwent BIA scans in the immediate peri-operative period: pre-operative on their day of surgery, post-operative day 0, and post-operative day 1. RESULTS 67 patients were enrolled to undergo BIA scans. Mean age was 62.64 ± 10.28 years old, and 49.2% were females. The all-supine cohort exhibited a 0.36 ± 0.61 kg increase in dry lean mass (p < 0.001) and 1.30 ± 2.14 kg increase in lean body mass on postoperative day 0 (p < 0.001). Patients received to 1.16 ± 0.58 kg of fluid mass, on average. CONCLUSION BIA is a rapid, portable tool that allows for body composition analysis of an inpatient surgical population. This study demonstrated that BIA can detect net fluid changes and may approximate implant mass following total joint arthroplasty. This may aid surgeons in interpreting post-operative body composition changes.
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- Michael C. Marinier
- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IAUSA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IAUSA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IAUSA
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Pavlovic N, Boland RA, Brady B, Genel F, Harris IA, Flood VM, Naylor JM. Effect of weight-loss diets prior to elective surgery on postoperative outcomes in obesity: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin Obes 2021; 11:e12485. [PMID: 34463422 PMCID: PMC9286439 DOI: 10.1111/cob.12485] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2021] [Revised: 08/10/2021] [Accepted: 08/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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This systematic review investigated the effects of weight-loss diets before elective surgery on preoperative weight loss and postoperative outcomes in people with obesity. Electronic databases were searched from inception to May 2021. Inclusion criteria were prospective cohort or randomised controlled studies that compared effects of weight-loss diets to standard care on postoperative outcomes in adults with obesity awaiting surgery. Participants with cancer or undergoing bariatric surgery were excluded. Data on preoperative weight change, length of stay, postoperative complications and patient-reported outcome measures were extracted and synthesised in meta-analyses. One randomised controlled trial involving total knee arthroplasty and two that investigated general surgery were eligible that included 173 participants overall. Each study compared low-calorie diets using meal replacement formulas to usual care. There is very-low-quality evidence of a statistically significant difference favouring the intervention for preoperative weight loss (mean difference [MD] -6.67 kg, 95% confidence interval [CI] -12.09 to -1.26 kg; p = 0.02) and low-quality evidence that preoperative weight-loss diets do not reduce postoperative complications to 30 days (odds ratio [OR] 0.34, 95% CI 0.08-1.42; p = 0.14) or length of stay (MD -3.72 h, 95% CI -10.76 to 3.32; p = 0.30). From the limited data that is of low quality, weight loss diets before elective surgery do not reduce postoperative complications.
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- Natalie Pavlovic
- South Western Sydney Clinical SchoolUniversity of New South WalesSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
- Fairfield HospitalSouth Western Sydney Local Health DistrictSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- Fairfield HospitalSouth Western Sydney Local Health DistrictSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
- Discipline of Physiotherapy, Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and HealthThe University of SydneySydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- Discipline of Physiotherapy, Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and HealthThe University of SydneySydneyNew South WalesAustralia
- Western Sydney UniversitySchool of Science and HealthSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
- Liverpool HospitalSouth Western Sydney Local Health DistrictSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- St George and Sutherland Clinical SchoolUniversity of New South WalesSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
- Whitlam Orthopaedic Research Centre, Ingham InstituteSouth Western Sydney Local Health DistrictSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- South Western Sydney Clinical SchoolUniversity of New South WalesSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
- Liverpool HospitalSouth Western Sydney Local Health DistrictSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
- Whitlam Orthopaedic Research Centre, Ingham InstituteSouth Western Sydney Local Health DistrictSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and HealthThe University of SydneySydneyNew South WalesAustralia
- Westmead HospitalWestern Sydney Local Health DistrictSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- South Western Sydney Clinical SchoolUniversity of New South WalesSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
- Whitlam Orthopaedic Research Centre, Ingham InstituteSouth Western Sydney Local Health DistrictSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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Seward MW, Briggs LG, Bain PA, Chen AF. Preoperative Nonsurgical Weight Loss Interventions Before Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review. J Arthroplasty 2021; 36:3796-3806.e8. [PMID: 34247869 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2021.06.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Revised: 06/07/2021] [Accepted: 06/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND An upcoming total joint arthroplasty (TJA) may motivate patients with severe obesity (body mass index [BMI] > 40 kg/m2) to lose weight. Weight loss can optimize outcomes following TJA, and many surgeons use a 40 kg/m2 cut-off for undergoing TJA to reduce the risk of complications. However, few patients who are denied TJA for severe obesity successfully lose weight. This is the first systematic review of nonsurgical weight loss interventions before TJA. METHODS Five electronic databases were searched for articles on January 11, 2021. Studies that utilized preoperative nonsurgical weight loss interventions for patients with obesity (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2) scheduled for or awaiting TJA of the hip or knee were included. Two reviewers independently screened articles, assessed methodological quality, and extracted data. RESULTS We retrieved 1943 unique records, of which 7 met inclusion criteria including 2 randomized clinical trials and 5 single-arm case series. Overall, weight loss ranged from 5.0 to 32.5 kg. Four interventions reduced BMI by 3 kg/m2 at 3-5 months, while 1 reduced BMI by 12.7 kg/m2. Other weight outcomes and those related to pain, function, complications, and adverse events were inconsistently reported. CONCLUSION Although larger trials are needed, particularly randomized controlled trials that measure preoperative weight loss in a control group, nutritional status, and postoperative complications, the available evidence indicates that short-term, nonsurgical, preoperative weight loss interventions before TJA produce both statistically significant weight loss and reduced BMI before surgery. It remains unknown if the amount of weight loss from these interventions is clinically significant and sufficient to improve outcomes after TJA.
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- Michael W Seward
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA; Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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- Countway Library, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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The Fate of Morbidly Obese Patients With Joint Pain: A Retrospective Study of Patient Outcomes. J Arthroplasty 2021; 36:3101-3107.e1. [PMID: 33757715 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2021.02.069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2020] [Revised: 02/13/2021] [Accepted: 02/24/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The number of obese patients seeking a total joint arthroplasty (TJA) continues to increase. Weight loss is often recommended to treat joint pain and reduce risks associated with TJA. We sought to determine the effectiveness of an orthopedic surgeon's recommendation to lose weight. METHODS We identified morbidly obese (body mass index (BMI) 40-49.9 kg/m2) and super obese (BMI ≥50 kg/m2) patients with hip or knee osteoarthritis. Patients with less than 3-month follow-up were excluded. Patient characteristics (age, gender, BMI, comorbidities), disease characteristics (joint affected, radiographic osteoarthritis grading), and treatments were recorded. Clinically meaningful weight loss was defined as weight loss greater than 5%. RESULTS Two hundred thirty morbid and 50 super obese patients were identified. Super obese patients were more likely to be referred to weight management (52.0% vs 21.7%, P < .001) and were less likely to receive TJA (20.0% vs 41.7%, P = .004). Each 1 kg/m2 increase in BMI decreased the odds of TJA by 10.9% (odds ratio = 0.891, 95% confidence interval: 0.833-0.953, P = .001). Forty (23.0%) of the nonoperatively treated patients achieved clinically meaningful weight loss, and 19 (17.9%) patients who underwent TJA lost weight before surgery. After surgery, the number of patients who achieved a clinically meaningful weight loss grew to 32 (30.2%). CONCLUSION In morbid and super obese patients, increasing BMI reduces the likelihood that a patient will receive TJA, and when counseled by their orthopedic surgeon, few patients participate in weight-loss programs or are otherwise able to lose weight. Weight loss is an inconsistently modifiable risk factor for joint replacement surgery.
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Carender CN, DeMik DE, Glass NA, Noiseux NO, Brown TS, Bedard NA. Do Extended Oral Postoperative Antibiotics Prevent Early Periprosthetic Joint Infection in Morbidly Obese Patients Undergoing Primary Total Joint Arthroplasty? J Arthroplasty 2021; 36:2716-2721. [PMID: 33781639 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2021.03.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2021] [Revised: 02/08/2021] [Accepted: 03/02/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Extended oral antibiotic prophylaxis after primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and total hip arthroplasty (THA) in patients with body mass index (BMI) ≥40 kg/m2 may reduce the rate of early periprosthetic joint infection (PJI); however, existing data are limited. The purpose of this study was to examine rates of wound complications and PJI in patients with BMI ≥40 kg/m2 treated with and without extended oral antibiotic prophylaxis after surgery. METHODS We retrospectively identified all primary THA and TKA performed since 2015 in patients with a BMI ≥40 kg/m2 at a single institution. Extended oral antibiotic prophylaxis for 7-14 days after surgery was prescribed at the discretion of each surgeon. Wound complications and PJI were examined at 90 days postoperatively. RESULTS In total, 650 cases (205 THA and 445 TKA) were analyzed. Mean age was 58 years and 62% were women. Mean BMI was 44 kg/m2. Extended oral antibiotic prophylaxis was prescribed in 177 cases (27%). At 90 days, there was no difference between prophylaxis and nonprophylaxis groups in rate of wound complications (11% vs 8%; P = .41) or PJI (1.7% vs 0.6%; P = .35). The univariate analysis demonstrated increased operative time (odds ratio (OR) 1.01; 95% confidence interval (95% CI) 1.01-1.02) and diabetes mellitus (OR 1.88; 95% CI 1.03-3.46) to be associated with increased risk of 90-day wound complications. No patient factors were associated with increased risk of PJI at 90 days postoperatively. CONCLUSION Extended oral antibiotic prophylaxis after primary THA and TKA did not reduce rates of wound complications or early PJI in a morbidly obese patient population.
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- Christopher N Carender
- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
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A prospective comparative study of the MNA-SF and GNRI nutritional screening tools in predicting infectious complications among elderly patients over 70 years undergoing posterior lumbar arthrodesis. Aging Clin Exp Res 2021; 33:1947-1953. [PMID: 33044736 DOI: 10.1007/s40520-020-01725-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 09/22/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Malnutrition is a risk factor for postoperative infectious complications of elderly patients undergoing posterior lumbar arthrodesis. At present, there is no gold standard for nutrition screening tools. We analyzed the value of predicting infectious complications among elderly patients over 70 years undergoing posterior lumbar arthrodesis by comparing the MNA-SF and GNRI. Demographic data, anthropometric measurements, serum albumin, surgical data and the occurrence of infectious complications and LOS were collected. Mini Nutritional Assessment short form (MNA-SF), Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index (GNRI) were performed within 24 h before surgery. Multivariable logistic regression analyses were used to identify predictors of infectious complications. The discriminatory performances of GNRI and MNA-SF scores for the occurrence of infectious complications were determined by receiver operating characteristic curves (ROC) analyses and the area under the curve (AUC). The study included 252 patients with a median age of 76.82 ± 6.41 years (range 70-84 years), and 142 patients (56.3%) were female. There were no significant differences in infectious complications (p = 0.236) and LOS (p = 0.580) among different GNRI categories. 27.3% malnourished patients evaluated by the MNA-SF suffered from infectious complications and 10.1% patients at risk of malnourished had infectious complications. Those patients had statistically significant higher prevalence of infectious complications (p = 0.002) and longer LOS (p = 0.023) than well-nourished patients. Multivariable analysis revealed that preoperative malnutrition and at risk of malnourished by the MNA-SF was significantly associated with infections. The area under the curve (AUC) of MNA-SF was 0.754, which was significantly high than AUC of GNRI (0.623) (Delong's test, p = 0.033). This study demonstrated that MNA-SF is a simple and effective tool for predicting the risk of infectious complications in elderly patients undergoing posterior lumbar arthrodesis.
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Liljensøe A, Laursen JO, Bliddal H, Søballe K, Mechlenburg I. Weight Loss Intervention Before Total Knee Replacement: A 12-Month Randomized Controlled Trial. Scand J Surg 2019; 110:3-12. [DOI: 10.1177/1457496919883812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Background and Aims: Obesity is an increasing problem in patients after total knee replacement. The aim of this study was to investigate whether a weight loss intervention before primary total knee replacement would improve quality of life, knee function, mobility, and body composition 1 year after surgery. Material and Methods: Patients scheduled for total knee replacement due to osteoarthritis of the knee and obesity were randomized to a control group receiving standard care or to an intervention group receiving 8-week low-energy diet before total knee replacement. Patient-reported quality of life, 6-Min Walk Test, and body composition by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry were assessed before intervention for the diet group, and within 1 week preoperatively for both groups, and the changes in outcome from baseline to 1 year after total knee replacement were compared between groups. The number of participants was lower than planned, which might introduce a type-2 error and underestimate the trend for a better outcome after weight loss. Results: The analyses are based on a total of 76 patients, 38 in each group. This study showed major improvement in both study groups in quality of life and knee function, though no statistically significant differences between the groups were observed 1 year after total knee replacement. The average weight loss after 8-week preoperative intervention was 10.7 kg and consisted of a 6.7 kg reduction in fat mass. One year after total knee replacement, the participants in the diet group managed to maintain the weight reduction, whereas there was no change in the control group. Conclusion: The results suggest that it is feasible and safe to implement an intensive weight loss program shortly before total knee replacement. The preoperative intervention resulted in a 10% body weight loss, improved body composition, lower cardiovascular risk factors, and sustained s-leptin.
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- A. Liljensøe
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopedics, Hospital of Southern Jutland, Aabenraa, Denmark
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- The Parker Institute and Department of Rheumatology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Bispebjerg-Frederiksberg, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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Christensen JC, Kittelson AJ, Loyd BJ, Himawan MA, Thigpen CA, Stevens-Lapsley JE. Characteristics of young and lower functioning patients following total knee arthroplasty: a retrospective study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2019; 20:483. [PMID: 31656185 PMCID: PMC6815380 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-019-2817-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2019] [Accepted: 09/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Rates of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) procedures in younger, more medically complex patients have dramatically increased over the last several decades. No study has examined categorization of lower and higher functioning subgroups within the TKA patient population. Our study aimed to determine preoperative characteristics of younger patients who are lower functioning following TKA. METHODS Patients were categorized into higher and lower functioning subgroups defined using a median split of 1) postoperative Timed Up and Go (TUG) test times and 2) Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) physical function subscale scores. A split in age (65 years) was used to further classify patients into four categories: younger lower functioning, younger higher functioning, older lower functioning and older higher functioning. Measures from preoperative domains of health, psychological, physical performance and pain severity were examined for between-group differences. RESULTS Comparing mean values, the younger lower functioning subgroup using the TUG had significantly weaker knee extensor, slower gait speed, higher body mass index and greater pain compared to other subgroups. The younger lower functioning subgroup using the WOMAC physical function subscale demonstrated higher pain levels and Coping Strategies Questionnaire-Catastrophizing Subscale scores compared to the older lower functioning subgroup. CONCLUSIONS Poorer preoperative physical performance and pain severity appear to have the largest influence on early postoperative TKA recovery in younger lower functioning patients relative to both younger and older higher functioning patients.
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- Jesse C Christensen
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Eastern Colorado Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center, 13001 E. 17th Pl, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA. .,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO, USA.
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Eastern Colorado Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center, 13001 E. 17th Pl, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO, USA
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Impact of patient comorbidities on surgical site infection within 90 days of primary and revision joint (hip and knee) replacement. Am J Infect Control 2019; 47:1225-1232. [PMID: 31072674 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2019.03.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2019] [Revised: 03/22/2019] [Accepted: 03/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND The frequency of primary and revision total knee and hip replacements (pTKRs, rTKRs, pTHRs, and rTHRs, respectively) is increasing in the United States due to demographic changes. This study evaluated the impact of preoperative patient and clinical factors on the risk of surgical site infection (SSI) within the 90-day period after primary and revision total joint replacements (TJR). METHODS A retrospective observational cohort study was designed using the IBM MarketScan and Medicare databases, 2009-2015. Thirty-four comorbidities were assessed for all patients, and multivariable logistic regression models were used to evaluate factors associated with higher odds of SSI after adjusting for other patient and clinical preoperative conditions. RESULTS The study included a total of 335,134 TKRs and 163,547 THRs. SSI rates were 15.6% and 8.6% after rTKR and rTHR, respectively, compared with 2.1% and 2.1% for pTKR and pTHR, respectively. Comorbidities with the greatest adjusted effect on SSI across all TJRs were acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (odds ratio [OR], 1.58; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.06-2.34; P = .0232), paralysis (OR, 1.56; 95% CI, 1.26-1.94; P < .0001), coagulopathy (OR, 1.48; 95% CI, 1.36-1.62; P < .0001), metastatic cancer (1.48; 95% CI, 1.24-1.76; P < .0001), and congestive heart failure (OR, 1.39; 95% CI, 1.30-1.49; P < .0001). CONCLUSIONS SSI occurred most commonly among patients after revision TJR and were related to many patient comorbidities, including diabetes, congestive heart failure, and coagulopathy, which were significantly associated with a higher risk of SSI after TJR.
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Keeney BJ, Austin DC, Jevsevar DS. Preoperative Weight Loss for Morbidly Obese Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty: Determining the Necessary Amount. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2019; 101:1440-1450. [PMID: 31436651 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.18.01136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Many surgeons require or request weight loss among morbidly obese patients (those with a body mass index [BMI] of ≥40 kg/m) before undergoing total knee arthroplasty. We sought to determine how much weight reduction was necessary to improve operative time, length of stay, discharge to a facility, and physical function improvement. METHODS Using a retrospective review of cohort data that were prospectively collected from 2011 to 2016 at 1 tertiary institution, we identified 203 patients who were morbidly obese at least 90 days before the surgical procedure and had their BMI measured again at the immediate preoperative visit. All heights and weights were clinically measured. We used logistic and linear regression models that adjusted for preoperative age, sex, year of the surgical procedure, bilateral status, physical function (Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System [PROMIS]-10 physical component score [PCS]), mental function (PROMIS-10 mental component score [MCS]), and the Charlson Comorbidity Index. RESULTS Of the 203 patients in the study, 41% lost at least 5 pounds (2.27 kg) before the surgical procedure, 29% lost at least 10 pounds (4.54 kg), and 14% lost at least 20 pounds (9.07 kg). Among morbidly obese patients, losing 20 pounds before a total knee arthroplasty was associated with lower adjusted odds of discharge to a facility (odds ratio [OR], 0.28 [95% confidence interval (CI), 0.09 to 0.94]; p = 0.039), lower odds of extended length of stay of at least 4 days (OR, 0.24 [95% CI, 0.07 to 0.88]; p = 0.031), and an absolute shorter length of stay (mean difference, -0.87 day [95% CI, -1.39 to -0.36 days]; p = 0.001). There were no differences in operative time or PCS improvement. Losing 5 or 10 pounds was not associated with differences in any outcome. CONCLUSIONS Losing at least 20 pounds before total knee arthroplasty was associated with shorter length of stay and lower odds of facility discharge for morbidly obese patients, even while most patients remained morbidly or severely obese. Although there were no differences in operative time or physical function improvement, this has considerable implications for patient burden and cost reduction. Patients and providers may want to focus on larger preoperative weight loss targets. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Prognostic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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- Benjamin J Keeney
- Berkley Medical Management Solutions, a W.R. Berkley Company, Overland Park, Kansas.,Department of Orthopaedics, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire.,Department of Orthopaedics, Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth College, Lebanon, New Hampshire
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire.,Department of Orthopaedics, Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth College, Lebanon, New Hampshire
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Sayeed Z, Anoushiravani AA, Simha S, Padela MT, Schafer P, Awad ME, Darwiche HF, Saleh KJ. Markers for Malnutrition and BMI Status in Total Joint Arthroplasty and Pharmaconutrient Therapy. JBJS Rev 2019; 7:e3. [PMID: 31094890 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.rvw.18.00056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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- Zain Sayeed
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, Michigan.,Resident Research Partnership, Detroit, Michigan.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University, North Chicago, Illinois.,Fajr Scientific, Detroit, Michigan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, Michigan.,Resident Research Partnership, Detroit, Michigan.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University, North Chicago, Illinois.,Fajr Scientific, Detroit, Michigan.,Michigan State University College of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan.,John D. Dingell Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Detroit, Michigan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, Michigan
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- Resident Research Partnership, Detroit, Michigan.,Fajr Scientific, Detroit, Michigan.,Michigan State University College of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan.,John D. Dingell Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Detroit, Michigan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, Michigan.,Resident Research Partnership, Detroit, Michigan
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- Fajr Scientific, Detroit, Michigan.,Michigan State University College of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan.,John D. Dingell Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Detroit, Michigan
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Ahmad SS, Orlik L, Ahmad SJS, Albers CE, Siebenrock KA, Klenke FM. Obesity and smoking predict the results of two-stage exchange in septic revision hip arthroplasty: A cohort study. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2019; 105:467-471. [PMID: 30922806 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2019.01.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2018] [Revised: 11/13/2018] [Accepted: 01/14/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Prosthetic joint infection (PJI) is deemed to be the most serious complication following total hip arthroplasty. Obesity and smoking are known risk factors for PJI. However, the influence of these variables on infection free survival, of septic revision hip arthroplasty, is yet to be explored. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of obesity and smoking on the outcome of two-stage prosthetic exchange surgery. PATIENTS AND METHODS A consecutive series of 97 hips in 94 patients (69 male, 25 female, mean age 66±12 years), undergoing two-stage revision surgery for hip PJI, were investigated retrospectively, after a mean follow-up of 60 (24-170) months. Survival was estimated using Kaplan-Meyer curves. A multivariate cox-regression model was applied to test for the influence of smoking or obesity (BMI≥30) after adjusting 16 potential patient-dependant variables. HYPOTHESIS The study hypothesis was that smoking and high BMI are predictors for the failure of septic revision hip arthroplasty. Failure of septic revision hip arthroplasty was defined as failure to eradicate the infection or eradication of the infection but failure to preserve the arthroplasty. RESULTS Kaplan-Meier showed a cumulative survival proportion of 80.4%(standard error S.E 4%), of the definitive implant, at 5 years. Obese patients (BMI≥30) and smokers had a significantly lower 5-year survival of 60.9% (S.E 1%) and 50.6% (S.E 1.4%), respectively (p=0.001). DISCUSSION Obesity and smoking are both factors determining infection free survival in two-stage revision hip arthroplasty. Clinicians should be aware of potential complications and anticipate a higher likelihood of conversion to a Girdlestone resection or even amputation in this group of patients. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III, retrospective cohort study.
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- Sufian S Ahmad
- BG Department of Trauma & Reconstructive Surgery, Eberhard-Karls University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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Fink B. CORR Insights®: Weighing in on Body Mass Index and Infection After Total Joint Arthroplasty: Is There Evidence for a Body Mass Index Threshold? Clin Orthop Relat Res 2018; 476:1970-1971. [PMID: 29481354 PMCID: PMC6259847 DOI: 10.1007/s11999.0000000000000200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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- Bernd Fink
- B. Fink, Department of Joint Replacement, General and Rheumatic Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Clinic Markgröningen, Markgröningen, Germany
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Nickel BT, Klement MR, Penrose C, Green CL, Bolognesi MP, Seyler TM. Dislocation rate increases with bariatric surgery before total hip arthroplasty. Hip Int 2018; 28:559-565. [PMID: 29756506 DOI: 10.1177/1120700017752567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Annually in the USA, 113,000 patients with refractory obesity undergo bariatric surgery (BS), and a subset does so in order to lower body mass index to become a more desirable total hip arthroplasty (THA) candidate. This study aims to evaluate THA risk with and without bariatric surgery. METHODS 12,160 patients were identified in a claim-based review of the entire Medicare database with ICD-9 codes to identify patients in three groups. Patients who underwent BS prior to THA (Group I: 1,545 experimental group) and two control groups that did not undergo BS but had either a body mass index >40 (Group II: 6,918 bariatric control) or <25 (Group III: 3,697 normal weight control). Preoperative demographics/comorbidities and short-term medical (30 day) and long-term surgical (90-day and 2-year) complications were evaluated. RESULTS Group I had female predominance, youngest age, and highest incidence of: deficiency anaemia, cardiovascular disease, liver disease, diabetes, polysubstance abuse, psychiatric disorders and smoking. At 2 years, Group I had approximately twice the dislocation and revision risk compared to both Groups II and III; Groups I and II had over four times the risk of infection and wound complications compared to Group III. CONCLUSION In the Medicare population, these patients continue to have complication rates similar to and sometimes greater than obese patients with no prior bariatric surgery. Greater dislocation risk is possibly due to ligamentous laxity related to decreased collagen/elastin and/or component malposition due to intraoperative visualisation challenges.
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- Brian T Nickel
- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- 2 Duke Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Durham, North Carolina, USA.,3 Duke Clinical Research Institute, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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What are the risk factors for surgical site infection after spinal fusion? A meta-analysis. EUROPEAN SPINE JOURNAL : OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE EUROPEAN SPINE SOCIETY, THE EUROPEAN SPINAL DEFORMITY SOCIETY, AND THE EUROPEAN SECTION OF THE CERVICAL SPINE RESEARCH SOCIETY 2018; 27:2469-2480. [DOI: 10.1007/s00586-018-5733-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2017] [Revised: 06/19/2018] [Accepted: 08/13/2018] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Total elbow arthroplasty (TEA) has undergone a significant evolution in indications and outcomes in the past decade. Although rheumatoid patients once had the overwhelming number of TEAs, now TEAs for the sequelae of trauma predominate. Furthermore, as obesity has mirrored the increase in the posttraumatic population, TEA complications have increased whereas the durability of implants under these loads has decreased. Solutions are urgently needed to address the complications and revision burden related to posttraumatic deformity and obesity.
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- Mark E Morrey
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Gonda 14, 200 First Street Southwest, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Gonda 14, 200 First Street Southwest, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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[Prevention of postoperative infections : Risk factors and the current WHO guidelines in musculoskeletal surgery]. Unfallchirurg 2018; 120:472-485. [PMID: 28573554 DOI: 10.1007/s00113-017-0362-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Despite the many scientific and technological advances postoperative infection continues to be a large problem for trauma and orthopedic surgeons. Based on a review of the current literature, this study provides a comprehensive overview of the risk factors (RF) and possible preventive measures to control surgical site infections. METHODS Medline search and analysis from 1968-2017 (as of 01 March 2017). Selection of trauma and orthopedic relevant RFs and comparison with WHO recommendations (global guidelines for the prevention of surgical site infection, Nov. 2016). RESULTS Identification of 858 relevant articles from the last 50 years (1968-2017). Pooled postoperative rate of infection is 0.3% (hand surgery) and 19% (3rd degree open fractures). For open fractures, there is no clear tendency towards lower infection rates during the past five decades. Identification of 115 RF from three areas (patient-dependent RF, organizational and procedural RF, trauma- and surgery-dependent RF). The five most important RFs are body mass index over 35 kg/m2, increased duration of surgery, diabetes mellitus, increased blood glucose levels in the perioperative period also in the case of nondiabetic patients, and errors in the perioperative antibiotic prophylaxis. DISCUSSION Inconsistent definition of "infection", interaction of the RF and the different follow-up duration limit the meaningfulness of the study. CONCLUSION In the future, considerable efforts must be made in order to achieve a noticeable reduction in the rate of infection, especially in the case of high-risk patients.
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D’Apuzzo M, Westrich G, Hidaka C, Jung Pan T, Lyman S. All-Cause Versus Complication-Specific Readmission Following Total Knee Arthroplasty. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2017; 99:1093-1103. [PMID: 28678122 PMCID: PMC5490331 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.16.00874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Unplanned readmissions have become an important quality indicator, particularly for reimbursement; thus, accurate assessment of readmission frequency and risk factors for readmission is critical. The purpose of this study was to determine (1) the frequency of and (2) risk factors for readmissions for all causes or procedure-specific complications within 30 days after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) as well as (3) the association between hospital volume and readmission rate. METHODS The Statewide Planning and Research Cooperative System (SPARCS) database from the New York State Department of Health was used to identify 377,705 patients who had undergone primary TKA in the period from 1997 to 2014. Preoperative diagnoses, comorbidities, and postoperative complications were determined using International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM) codes. Readmission was defined as all-cause, due to complications considered by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to be TKA-specific, or due to an expanded list of TKA-specific complications based on expert opinion. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was utilized to determine the independent predictors of readmission within 30 days after surgery. RESULTS There were 22,076 all-cause readmissions-a rate of 5.8%, with a median rate of 3.9% (interquartile range [Q1, Q3] = 1.1%, 7.2%]) among the hospitals-within 30 days after discharge. Of these, only 11% (0.7% of all TKAs) were due to complications considered to be TKA-related by the CMS whereas 31% (1.8% of all TKAs) were due to TKA-specific complications on the expanded list based on expert opinion. Risk factors for TKA-specific readmissions based on the expanded list of criteria included an age of >85 years (odds ratio [OR] = 1.32, 95% confidence interval [CI] = 1.15 to 1.52), male sex (OR = 1.41, 95% CI = 1.34 to 1.49), black race (OR = 1.24, 95% CI = 1.14 to 1.34), Medicaid coverage (OR = 1.40, 95% CI = 1.26 to 1.57), and comorbidities. Several comorbid conditions contributed to the all-cause but not the TKA-specific readmission risk. Very low hospital volume (<90 cases per year) was associated with a higher readmission risk. CONCLUSIONS The frequency of readmissions for TKA-specific complications was low relative to the frequency of all-cause readmissions. Reasons for hospital readmission are multifactorial and may not be amenable to simple interventions. Health-care-quality measurement of readmission rates should be calculated and risk-adjusted on the basis of procedure-specific criteria. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level IV. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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- Michele D’Apuzzo
- Center for Advanced Orthopedics, Larkin Hospital, South Miami, Florida
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service (G.W.) and Healthcare Research Institute (C.H., T.J.P., and S.L.), Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service (G.W.) and Healthcare Research Institute (C.H., T.J.P., and S.L.), Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service (G.W.) and Healthcare Research Institute (C.H., T.J.P., and S.L.), Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service (G.W.) and Healthcare Research Institute (C.H., T.J.P., and S.L.), Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY,E-mail address for S. Lyman:
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Modifiable risk factors and preoperative optimization of the primary total arthroplasty patient. CURRENT ORTHOPAEDIC PRACTICE 2017. [DOI: 10.1097/bco.0000000000000505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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McLawhorn AS, Steinhaus ME, Southren DL, Lee YY, Dodwell ER, Figgie MP. Body Mass Index Class Is Independently Associated With Health-Related Quality of Life After Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty: An Institutional Registry-Based Study. J Arthroplasty 2017; 32:143-149. [PMID: 27499520 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2016.06.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2015] [Revised: 06/16/2016] [Accepted: 06/27/2016] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to compare the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of patients across World Health Organization (WHO) body mass index (BMI) classes before and after total hip arthroplasty (THA). METHODS Patients with end-stage hip osteoarthritis who received elective primary unilateral THA were identified through an institutional registry and categorized based on the World Health Organization BMI classification. Age, sex, laterality, year of surgery, and Charlson-Deyo comorbidity index were recorded. The primary outcome was the EQ-5D-3L index and visual analog scale (EQ-VAS) scores at 2 years postoperatively. Inferential statistics and regression analyses were performed to determine associations between BMI classes and HRQoL. RESULTS EQ-5D-3L scores at baseline and at 2 years were statistically different across BMI classes, with higher EQ-VAS and index scores in patients with lower BMI. There was no difference observed for the 2-year change in EQ-VAS scores, but there was a statistically greater increase in index scores for more obese patients. In the regression analyses, there were statistically significant negative effect estimates for EQ-VAS and index scores associated with increasing BMI class. CONCLUSION BMI class is independently associated with lower HRQoL scores 2 years after primary THA. While absolute scores in obese patients were lower than in nonobese patients, obese patients enjoyed more positive changes in EQ-5D index scores after THA. These results may provide the most detailed information on how BMI influences HRQoL before and after THA, and they are relevant to future economic decision analyses on the topic.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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Küçükdurmaz F, Parvizi J. The Prevention of Periprosthetic Joint Infections. Open Orthop J 2016; 10:589-599. [PMID: 28144372 PMCID: PMC5226971 DOI: 10.2174/1874325001610010589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2016] [Revised: 06/12/2016] [Accepted: 07/15/2016] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) following total joint arthroplasty (TJA) adversely affects patient quality of life and health status, and places a huge financial burden on the health care. The first step in combating this complication is prevention, which may include implementation of strategies during the preoperative, intraoperative, or postoperative period. Optimization of the patient with appreciation of the modifiable and non-modifiable factors is crucial. Preoperative optimization involves medical optimization of patients with comorbidities such as diabetes, anemia, malnutrition and other conditions that may predispose the patient to PJI. Among the intraoperative strategies, administration of appropriate and timely antibiotics, blood conservation, gentle soft tissue handling, and expeditious surgery in an ultra clean operating room are among the most effective strategies. During the postoperative period, all efforts should be made to minimize ingress or proliferation of bacteria at the site of the index arthroplasty from draining the wound and hematoma formation. Although the important role of some preventative measures is known, further research is needed to evaluate the role of unproven measures that are currently employed and to devise further strategies for prevention of this feared complication.
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- Fatih Küçükdurmaz
- Rothman Institute at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Rothman Institute at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Husted H, Jørgensen CC, Gromov K, Kehlet H. Does BMI influence hospital stay and morbidity after fast-track hip and knee arthroplasty? Acta Orthop 2016; 87:466-72. [PMID: 27347785 PMCID: PMC5016904 DOI: 10.1080/17453674.2016.1203477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background and purpose - Body mass index (BMI) outside the normal range possibly affects the perioperative morbidity and mortality following total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in traditional care programs. We determined perioperative morbidity and mortality in such patients who were operated with the fast-track methodology and compared the levels with those in patients with normal BMI. Patients and methods - This was a prospective observational study involving 13,730 procedures (7,194 THA and 6,536 TKA operations) performed in a standardized fast-track setting. Complete 90-day follow-up was achieved using national registries and review of medical records. Patients were grouped according to BMI as being underweight, of normal weight, overweight, obese, very obese, and morbidly obese. Results - Median length of stay (LOS) was 2 (IQR: 2-3) days in all BMI groups. 30-day re-admission rates were around 6% for both THA (6.1%) and TKA (5.9%), without any statistically significant differences between BMI groups in univariate analysis (p > 0.4), but there was a trend of a protective effect of overweight for both THA (p = 0.1) and TKA (p = 0.06). 90-day re-admission rates increased to 8.6% for THA and 8.3% for TKA, which was similar among BMI groups, but there was a trend of lower rates in overweight and obese TKA patients (p = 0.08 and p = 0.06, respectively). When we adjusted for preoperative comorbidity, high BMI in THA patients (very obese and morbidly obese patients only) was associated with a LOS of >4 days (p = 0.001), but not with re-admission. No such relationship existed for TKA. Interpretation - A fast-track setting resulted in similar length of hospital stay and re-admission rates regardless of BMI, except for very obese and morbidly obese THA patients.
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- Henrik Husted
- Orthopedics Department, Copenhagen University Hospital Hvidovre, Copenhagen;,The Lundbeck Foundation Center for Fast-track Hip and Knee Replacement;,Correspondence:
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- The Lundbeck Foundation Center for Fast-track Hip and Knee Replacement;,Section for Surgical Pathophysiology, Righospitalet, Copenhagen University, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Orthopedics Department, Copenhagen University Hospital Hvidovre, Copenhagen;,The Lundbeck Foundation Center for Fast-track Hip and Knee Replacement
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- The Lundbeck Foundation Center for Fast-track Hip and Knee Replacement;,Section for Surgical Pathophysiology, Righospitalet, Copenhagen University, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- The Lundbeck Foundation Center for Fast-track Hip and Knee Replacement Collaborative Group consists of: Kjeld Soeballe, Orthopedics Department, Århus University Hospital; Torben B Hansen, Orthopedics Department, Holstebro Hospital; Mogens B Laursen, Farsoe Clinic, Orthopedics Department, Aalborg University Hospital; Søren Solgaard, Orthopedics Department, Gentofte Hospital; Lars T Hansen, Orthopedics Department, Sydvestjysk Hospital, Grindsted; Per Kjaersgaard-Andersen, Orthopedics Department, Vejle Hospital; Lars Peter Jorn, Orthopedics Department, Viborg Regional Hospital, Viborg, Denmark
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Haddad FS. Similar questions, different answers. Bone Joint J 2016; 98-B:1153-4. [PMID: 27587512 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.98b9.38077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2016] [Accepted: 08/05/2016] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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- F S Haddad
- The Bone & Joint Journal, 22 Buckingham Street, London, WC2N 6ET and NIHR University College London Hospitals Biomedical Research Centre, UK
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Nickel BT, Klement MR, Penrose CT, Green CL, Seyler TM, Bolognesi MP. Lingering Risk: Bariatric Surgery Before Total Knee Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2016; 31:207-11. [PMID: 27179771 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2016.02.075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2015] [Revised: 02/16/2016] [Accepted: 02/23/2016] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Obesity continues to increase in the United States with an estimated 35% obesity and 8% bariatric (body mass index >40) rate in adults. Bariatric patients seek advice from arthroplasty surgeons regarding the temporality of bariatric surgery (BS), yet no consensus currently exists in the literature. METHODS A total of 39,014 patients were identified in a claim-based review of the entire Medicare database with International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision codes to identify patients in 3 groups. Patients who underwent BS before total knee arthroplasty (group I: 5914 experimental group) and 2 control groups that did not undergo BS but had either a body mass index >40 (group II: 6480 bariatric control) or <25 (group III: 26,616 normal weight control). International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification codes identified preoperative demographics or comorbidities and evaluated short-term medical (30 day) and long-term surgical (90 days and 2 years) complications. RESULTS Group I had the greatest female predominance, youngest age, and highest incidence of: deficiency anemia, cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disease, liver disease, ulcer disease, polysubstance abuse, psychiatric disorders, and smoking. Medical and surgical complication incidences were greatest in group I including: 4.98% deep vein thrombosis; 5.31% pneumonia; 10.09% heart failure; and 2-year infection, revision, and manipulation rates of 5.8%, 7.38%, and 3.13%, respectively. These values were significant elevation compared to III and slightly greater than II. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrates that BS before total knee arthroplasty is associated with greater risk compared to both nonobese and obese patients. This is possibly due to a higher incidence of medical or psychiatric comorbidities determined in the Medicare BS patients, wound healing difficulties secondary to gastrointestinal malabsorption, malnourishment from prolonged catabolic state, rapid weight loss before surgery, and/or age.
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- Brian T Nickel
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine
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Morbid Obesity in Total Hip Arthroplasty: Redefining Outcomes for Operative Time, Length of Stay, and Readmission. J Arthroplasty 2016; 31:1949-53. [PMID: 26994650 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2016.02.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2015] [Revised: 02/08/2016] [Accepted: 02/09/2016] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The incidence of obesity among patients presenting for elective total hip arthroplasty (THA) has increased in the last decade, and the relationship between obesity and the need for joint arthroplasty has been demonstrated. This study evaluates the effects of morbid obesity on outcomes after primary THA by comparing short-term outcomes in THA between a morbidly obese (body mass index [BMI] ≥40) and a normal weight (BMI, 18.5 to <25) cohort at our institution between January 2003 and December 2010. METHODS Thirty-nine patients included in the morbidly obese group were compared with 186 in the normal weight group. Operative time, length of stay, complications, readmission, and length of readmission were compared. RESULTS Operative time was increased in the morbidly obese group at 122 minutes compared with 100 minutes (P = .002). Postoperatively, there was an increased 30-day readmission rate related to surgery of 12.8% associated with BMI ≥40 compared with 2.7% (P = .005) as well as a 5.1-fold increase in surgery-related readmitted bed days-0.32 bed days per patient for normal weight compared with 1.64 bed days per patient for the morbidly obese (P = .026). CONCLUSION Morbidly obese patients present a technical challenge and likely this, and the resultant complications are underestimated. More work needs to be performed to enable suitable allocation of resources.
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Haddad FS. How critical is body mass index, and who decides? Bone Joint J 2016; 98-B:721-2. [DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.98b6.38072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2016] [Accepted: 05/06/2016] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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- F. S. Haddad
- The Bone & Joint Journal, 22 Buckingham Street, London, WC2N 6ET and NIHR University College London Hospitals Biomedical Research Centre, UK
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Dodd L, Sharpe I, Mandalia VI, Toms AD, Phillips JRA. Rationing of orthopaedic surgery in the UK. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2015. [DOI: 10.1302/2048-0105.45.360391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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The global economy has been facing a financial crisis. Healthcare costs are spiraling, and there is a projected £30 billion health funding gap by 2020 in the UK. 1 This has prompted a drive for efficiency in healthcare provision in the UK, and in 2012, the Health and Social Care Act was introduced, heralding a fundamental change to the structure of the National Health Service, especially in the way that healthcare is funded in England. 2 What is happening in the UK is a reflection of a global problem. Rationing of healthcare is a topic of much discussion; as unless spending is capped, providing healthcare will become unsustainable. Who decides how money is spent, and which services should be rationed? In this article we aim to discuss the impact that rationing may have on orthopaedic surgery, and we will discuss our own experiences of attempts to ration local services. 3 We also seek to inform and educate the general orthopaedic community on this topic.
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- L. Dodd
- Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre, Devon, UK
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- Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre, Devon, UK
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- Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre, Devon, UK
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- Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre, Devon, UK, Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon EX2 5DW, UK
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CORR Insights (®): Are There Modifiable Risk Factors for Hospital Readmission After Total Hip Arthroplasty in a US Healthcare System? Clin Orthop Relat Res 2015; 473:3456-7. [PMID: 25995177 PMCID: PMC4586228 DOI: 10.1007/s11999-015-4351-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2015] [Accepted: 05/07/2015] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Lui M, Jones CA, Westby MD. Effect of non-surgical, non-pharmacological weight loss interventions in patients who are obese prior to hip and knee arthroplasty surgery: a rapid review. Syst Rev 2015; 4:121. [PMID: 26410227 PMCID: PMC4584125 DOI: 10.1186/s13643-015-0107-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2015] [Accepted: 08/28/2015] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Of the more than 104,000 Canadians who underwent elective total joint arthroplasty (TJA) surgery in 2012-2013 for hip and knee osteoarthritis (OA), 40 and 60 %, respectively, were obese. Obesity is associated with increased risks for receiving TJA, post-operative complications and delayed functional recovery. Current guidelines for patients with a body mass index (BMI) of ≥30 kg/m(2) are to participate in a weight management programme and to lose weight prior to TJA surgery. As part of a larger project, a rapid review was conducted to examine the effects of short-term non-pharmacological and non-surgical weight loss interventions in adults in the year prior to total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA) on surgical and patient outcomes, and adverse events. METHODS We performed a rapid review and searched seven electronic databases for English language articles published between 1990 and February 2015. Observational studies evaluating the association between pre-operative weight loss and short- and long-term outcomes, and controlled trials of non-pharmacological and non-surgical weight loss interventions were considered for inclusion. Two reviewers independently screened and selected articles, assessed methodological quality and extracted data. RESULTS Of 263 articles identified, a total of four studies met our inclusion criteria. In one of two high-quality retrospective cohort studies, weight loss ≥5 % of body weight in the year prior to TJA and maintained in the year after surgery was associated with a higher likelihood of deep surgical site infection in THA patients and 90-day readmission in TKA patients. No significant differences were reported in incidence of superficial surgical site infections in THA or TKA patients who lost weight pre-operatively compared to those who maintained their weight in either study. Two abstracts of randomized controlled trials were included; however, despite contacting the authors, full-length articles were not available. The limited information from the trials suggested that short-term dietician-supervised weight loss interventions were effective in weight loss prior to TJA. CONCLUSIONS There is limited evidence to support the recommendation of weight loss in the year prior to TJA and to determine the effectiveness of short-term non-pharmacological, non-surgical weight management interventions on patient and surgical outcomes.
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- Michelle Lui
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Surrey Memorial Hospital, 13750 96 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3V 1Z2, Canada.
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alberta, 8205 114 Street, 2-50 Corbett Hall, Edmonton, AB, T6G 2G4, Canada.
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- School of Public Health, University of Alberta, c/o Arthritis Research Canada, 5591 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, V6X 2C7, Canada.
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Werner BC, Kurkis GM, Gwathmey FW, Browne JA. Bariatric Surgery Prior to Total Knee Arthroplasty is Associated With Fewer Postoperative Complications. J Arthroplasty 2015; 30:81-5. [PMID: 26071250 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2014.11.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2014] [Revised: 11/11/2014] [Accepted: 11/25/2014] [Indexed: 02/09/2023] Open
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This study used a national database to compare 90-day postoperative complication rates between three groups of patients who underwent total knee arthroplasty (TKA): (1) non-obese patients (n=66,523), (2) morbidly obese patients who did not have bariatric surgery (n=11,294) and (3) morbidly obese patients who underwent bariatric surgery prior to TKA (n=219). Morbidly obese patients who underwent bariatric surgery prior to TKA had reduced rates of major (OR 0.45, P=0.001) and minor (OR 0.61, P=0.01) complications compared to morbidly obese patients who did not have bariatric surgery. Bariatric surgery prior to TKA appears to be associated with less risk of postoperative complications, although not to the same level as non-obese patients.
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- Brian C Werner
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, Virginia
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, Virginia
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, Virginia
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, Virginia
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