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Scarcella NR, Mills FB, Seidelman JL, Jiranek WA. The Effect of Nutritional Status in the Treatment of Periprosthetic Joint Infections in Total Hip Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2024; 39:S225-S228. [PMID: 39019411 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2024.06.040] [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: 03/03/2024] [Revised: 06/14/2024] [Accepted: 06/17/2024] [Indexed: 07/19/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Periprosthetic joint infections (PJIs) continue to be a complication that plagues arthroplasty. Albumin is a surrogate marker for nutrition as well as chronic inflammation, and hypoalbuminemia increases the risk of complications in arthroplasty. Patients with PJI are at increased risk for malnutrition and complications. This study's objective was to analyze patients who underwent treatment of PJI following total hip arthroplasty and investigate the outcome with regards to albumin levels. METHODS Overall, 48 patients who underwent surgery for a total hip PJI at 1 institution were reviewed. Albumin and C-reactive protein were recorded preoperatively and 2 to 3 weeks postoperatively. Treatment failure was determined by further surgical treatment for PJI or repeat infection, as determined by Musculoskeletal Infection Society guidelines. RESULTS A debridement, antibiotics, and implant retention procedure was performed in 39 patients, and explant with the placement of an antibiotic spacer was performed in 9. Preoperative mean albumin levels were significantly decreased in patients who failed to clear their infection compared to patients who remained infection-free (2.5 versus 3.3, P < .001). Postoperative albumin levels decreased in this same population (2.6 versus 3.8, P < .001). C-reactive protein was elevated in patients who failed to clear their infection preoperatively (19.9 versus 7.5, P < .001) and postoperatively (7.0 versus 1.7, P < .001). The average time to repeat surgical treatment for their PJI was 9 months CONCLUSIONS: Lower albumin levels are observed in patients with PJI who failed to remain infection-free after surgery. Albumin is a surrogate marker for nutrition, and low albumin is associated with poor immune function. Hypoalbuminemia is found with chronic inflammation as well as malnutrition. Nutritional reserves are diverted to the acute inflammatory response during an infection, which can lead to a deficient state. Further research may develop treatments to alter this modifiable risk factor. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 4.
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- Nicholas R Scarcella
- 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 Infectious Disease, 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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Pilares Ortega E, Colomina Morales J, Gómez Arbonés J, Drudis Morrell R, Torra Riera M. [Translated article] Determining factors on length of stay in primary total knee arthroplasty patients using enhanced recovery protocol after surgery (ERAS) pathway. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2024:S1888-4415(24)00119-X. [PMID: 38971560 DOI: 10.1016/j.recot.2023.12.005] [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: 07/09/2023] [Revised: 12/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/23/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION There is an increase in degenerative arthropathies because of the increase in the longevity of world's population, making primary knee arthroplasties a procedure to recover quality of life without pain. There are factors associated with the length of hospital stay after this procedure. OBJECTIVE To determine the risk factors influencing the hospital stay during the postoperative period of patients undergoing primary total knee arthroplasty with an enhanced recovery after surgery protocol (ERAS). METHODS A retrospective study is carried out on patients undergoing primary total knee arthroplasty at an University Hospital in the period 2017-2020 using the ERAS protocol, during which 957 surgeries were performed. RESULTS Average age of 71.7±8.2years, 62.4% were women and the 77.3% were classified as ASA II. The significantly associated factors to an increased length of stay are: age (p=.001), ASA scale (p=.04), day of surgery (p<.001), blood transfusion (p<.001), postoperative haemoglobin level at 48-72h (p<.001), the time of first postoperative mobilisation to ambulate and climb stairs (p<.001), the need for analgesic rescues (p=.003), and the presence of postoperative nausea and vomiting (p=.008). CONCLUSIONS There are statistically significant and clinically relevant factors associated with hospital stay. Determining these factors constitutes an advantage in hospital management, in the development of strategies to improve and optimise the quality of care and available health resources.
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- E Pilares Ortega
- Departamento de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología, Hospital Universitario Santa María, Lleida, Spain.
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- Departamento de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología, Hospital Universitario Santa María, Lleida, Spain; Grupo Multidisciplinar de Investigación Clínica en Patología Musculoesquelética, Fragilidad y Tratamiento del Dolor, Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Lleida, Lleida, Spain
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- Departamento de Anestesiología y Reanimación, Hospital Universitario Santa María, Lleida, Spain
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- Departamento de Anestesiología y Reanimación, Hospital Universitario Santa María, Lleida, Spain
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Coviello M, Abate A, Maccagnano G, Ippolito F, Nappi V, Abbaticchio AM, Caiaffa E, Caiaffa V. Tip-apex distance as a risk factor for cut-out in cephalic double-screw nailing of intertrochanteric femur fractures. Bone Jt Open 2024; 5:457-463. [PMID: 38823797 PMCID: PMC11144064 DOI: 10.1302/2633-1462.56.bjo-2023-0163.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2024] Open
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Aims Proximal femur fractures treatment can involve anterograde nailing with a single or double cephalic screw. An undesirable failure for this fixation is screw cut-out. In a single-screw nail, a tip-apex distance (TAD) greater than 25 mm has been associated with an increased risk of cut-out. The aim of the study was to examine the role of TAD as a risk factor in a cephalic double-screw nail. Methods A retrospective study was conducted on 112 patients treated for intertrochanteric femur fracture with a double proximal screw nail (Endovis BA2; EBA2) from January to September 2021. The analyzed variables were age, sex, BMI, comorbidities, fracture type, side, time of surgery, quality of reduction, pre-existing therapy with bisphosphonate for osteoporosis, screw placement in two different views, and TAD. The last follow-up was at 12 months. Logistic regression was used to study the potential factors of screw cut-out, and receiver operating characteristic curve to identify the threshold value. Results A total of 98 of the 112 patients met the inclusion criteria. Overall, 65 patients were female (66.3%), the mean age was 83.23 years (SD 7.07), and the mean follow-up was 378 days (SD 36). Cut-out was observed in five patients (5.10%). The variables identified by univariate analysis with p < 0.05 were included in the multivariate logistic regression model were screw placement and TAD. The TAD was significant with an odds ratio (OR) 5.03 (p = 0.012) as the screw placement with an OR 4.35 (p = 0.043) in the anteroposterior view, and OR 10.61 (p = 0.037) in the lateral view. The TAD threshold value identified was 29.50 mm. Conclusion Our study confirmed the risk factors for cut-out in the double-screw nail are comparable to those in the single screw. We found a TAD value of 29.50 mm to be associated with a risk of cut-out in double-screw nails, when good fracture reduction is granted. This value is higher than the one reported with single-screw nails. Therefore, we suggest the role of TAD should be reconsidered in well-reduced fractures treated with double-screw intramedullary nail.
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- Michele Coviello
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Orthopaedics Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Policlinico Riuniti di Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, "Di Venere" Hospital, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Orthopaedics Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Policlinico Riuniti di Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, "Di Venere" Hospital, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Orthopaedic and Trauma Unit, Neurscience and Sense Organs, School of Medicine, AOU Consorziale Policlinico, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Orthopaedic and Trauma Unit, Neurscience and Sense Organs, School of Medicine, AOU Consorziale Policlinico, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, Bari, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, "Di Venere" Hospital, Bari, Italy
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Pilares Ortega E, Colomina Morales J, Gómez Arbonés J, Drudis Morrell R, Torra Riera M. Determining factors on length of stay in primary total knee arthroplasty patients using enhanced recovery protocol after surgery (ERAS) pathway. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2024:S1888-4415(24)00001-8. [PMID: 38184294 DOI: 10.1016/j.recot.2023.12.004] [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: 07/09/2023] [Revised: 12/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/23/2023] [Indexed: 01/08/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION There is an increase in degenerative arthropathies because of the increase in the longevity of world's population, making primary knee arthroplasties a procedure to recover quality of life without pain. There are factors associated with the length of hospital stay after this procedure. OBJECTIVE To determine the risk factors influencing the hospital stay during the postoperative period of patients undergoing primary total knee arthroplasty with an enhanced recovery after surgery protocol (ERAS). METHODS A retrospective study is carried out on patients undergoing primary total knee arthroplasty at an University Hospital in the period 2017-2020 using the ERAS protocol, during which 957 surgeries were performed. RESULTS Average age of 71.7±8.2years, 62.4% were women and the 77.3% were classified as ASAII. The significantly associated factors to an increased length of stay are: age (P=.001), ASA scale (P=.04), day of surgery (P<.001), blood transfusion (P<.001), postoperative hemoglobin level at 48-72h (P<.001), the time of first postoperative mobilization to ambulate and climb stairs (P<.001), the need for analgesic rescues (P=.003), and the presence of postoperative nausea and vomiting (P=.008). CONCLUSIONS There are statistically significant and clinically relevant factors associated with hospital stay. Determining these factors constitutes an advantage in hospital management, in the development of strategies to improve and optimize the quality of care and available health resources.
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- E Pilares Ortega
- Departamento de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología, Hospital Universitario Santa María, Lleida, España.
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- Departamento de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología, Hospital Universitario Santa María, Lleida, España; Grupo Multidisciplinar de Investigación Clínica en Patología Musculoesquelética, Fragilidad y Tratamiento del Dolor, Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Lleida, Lleida, España
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- Departamento de Anestesiología y Reanimación, Hospital Universitario Santa María, Lleida, España
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- Departamento de Anestesiología y Reanimación, Hospital Universitario Santa María, Lleida, España
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Oakley CT, Konopka JA, Rajahraman V, Barzideh OS, Meftah M, Schwarzkopf R. Does the geriatric nutritional risk index predict complication rates and implant survivorship in revision total joint arthroplasty? Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2023; 143:7205-7212. [PMID: 37442825 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-023-04987-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/08/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Malnutrition is associated with poorer outcomes after revision total joint arthroplasty (rTJA), though no universal metric for assessing malnutrition in rTJA patients has been reported. This study sought to determine if malnutrition as defined by the Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index (GNRI) can independently predict short-term complication rates and re-revision risk in patients undergoing rTJA. METHODS All patients ≥ 65 years old undergoing rTJA from 2011 to 2021 at a single orthopaedic specialty hospital were identified. Preoperative albumin, height, and weight were used to calculate GNRI. Based on the calculated GNRI value, patients were stratified into three groups: normal nutrition (GNRI > 98), moderate malnutrition (GNRI 92-98), and severe malnutrition (GNRI < 92). Chi-squared and independent samples t-tests were used to compare groups. RESULTS A total of 531 rTJA patients were included. Patients with normal nutrition were younger (p < 0.001), had higher BMI (p < 0.001). After adjusting for baseline characteristics, patients with severe and moderate malnutrition had longer length of stay (p < 0.001), were less likely to be discharged home (p = 0.049), and had higher 90-day major complication (p = 0.02) and readmission (p = 0.005) rates than those with normal nutrition. 90-day revision rates were similar. In Kaplan-Meier analyses, patients with severe and moderate malnutrition had worse survivorship free of all-cause re-revision at 1-year (p = 0.001) and 2-year (p = 0.002) follow-up compared to those with normal nutrition. CONCLUSION Moderate and severe malnutrition, as defined by GNRI, independently predicted higher complication and revision rates in rTJA patients. This suggests that the GNRI may serve as an effective screening tool for nutritional status in patients undergoing rTJA.
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- Christian T Oakley
- Division of Adult Reconstruction, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, 301 East 17th Street, New York, NY, 10003, USA
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- Division of Adult Reconstruction, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, 301 East 17th Street, New York, NY, 10003, USA
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- Division of Adult Reconstruction, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, 301 East 17th Street, New York, NY, 10003, USA
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- Division of Adult Reconstruction, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, 301 East 17th Street, New York, NY, 10003, USA
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- Division of Adult Reconstruction, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, 301 East 17th Street, New York, NY, 10003, USA
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- Division of Adult Reconstruction, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, 301 East 17th Street, New York, NY, 10003, USA.
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Traverso G, Núñez JH, Gehrke T, Citak M. Hypoalbuminemia increases the risk of failure following one-stage septic revision for periprosthetic joint infection. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2023; 143:5641-5648. [PMID: 37071192 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-023-04885-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2022] [Accepted: 04/10/2023] [Indexed: 04/19/2023]
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PURPOSE Malnutrition is a potentially modifiable risk factor of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI). The purpose of this study was to analyze the role of nutritional status as a risk factor for failure after one- stage revision hip or knee arthroplasty for PJI. METHODS Retrospective, single-center, case-control study. Patients with PJI according to the 2018 International Consensus Meeting criteria were evaluated. Minimum follow-up was 4 years. Total lymphocyte count (TLC), albumin values, hemoglobin, C-reactive protein, white blood cell (WBC) count and glucose levels were analyzed. An analysis was also made of the index of malnutrition. Malnutrition was defined as serum albumin < 3.5 g/dL and TLC < 1500/mm3. Septic failure was defined as the presence of local or systemic symptoms of infection and the need of further surgery as a result of persistent PJI. RESULTS No significant differences were found between increased failure rates after a one-stage revision hip or knee arthroplasty for PJI and TLC, hemoglobin level, WBC count, glucose levels, or malnutrition. Albumin and C-reactive protein values were found to have a positive and significant relationship with failure (p < 0.05). Multivariate logistic regression identified only hypoalbuminemia (serum albumin < 3.5 g/dL) (OR 5.64, 95% CI 1.26-25.18, p = 0.023) as a significant independent risk factor for failure. The receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve for the model yielded an area under the curve of 0.67. CONCLUSION TLC, hemoglobin; WBC count; glucose levels; and malnutrition, understood as the combination of albumin and TLC, were not found to be statically significant risk factors for failure after single-stage revision for PJI. However, albumin < 3.5 g/dL, alone was a statically significant risk factor for failure after single-stage revision for PJI. As hypoalbuminemia seems to influence the failure rate, it is advisable to measure albumin levels in preoperative workups.
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- Giacomo Traverso
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, ENDO-Klinik Hamburg, Holstenstr 2, 22767, Hamburg, Germany
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University Hospital San Martino, Largo Rosanna Benzi 10, 16132, Genova, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University Hospital of Mutua Terrasa, Plaça del Doctor Robert, 5, 08221, Terrassa, Barcelona, Spain.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, ENDO-Klinik Hamburg, Holstenstr 2, 22767, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, ENDO-Klinik Hamburg, Holstenstr 2, 22767, Hamburg, Germany
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Nocon A, Fowler MJ, Tam K, Tonnessen R, Sculco T, Carli AV. Taking a Deeper Dive into Malnutrition and Revision Arthroplasty: When do Nutritionists Get Involved? J Arthroplasty 2023:S0883-5403(23)00398-4. [PMID: 37100097 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2023.04.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2022] [Revised: 04/11/2023] [Accepted: 04/13/2023] [Indexed: 04/28/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Perioperative malnutrition is associated with increased complications and mortality following revision total joint arthroplasty (TJA). Nutritional consultations are useful in characterizing patient nutritional status, but are inconsistently utilized post-revision TJA. We sought to describe 1) the prevalence of nutritional consultations post revision TJA, 2) determine if septic revision TJA patients needed consultations more often, and if 3) a diagnosis of 'malnutrition' from the nutritionist conferred increased readmission rates. METHODS A retrospective study of 2,697 rTJAs performed in a single institution over a 4-year period was performed. Patient demographics, reasons for revision TJA, occurrences of nutritional consultation (indicated if body mass index (BMI)<20, Malnutrition Screening Tool (MST) score > 2, or poor oral intake postoperatively), specific nutritional diagnosis (according to 2020 Electronic Nutrition Care Process Terminology (eNCPT) and 90-day readmission rates were recorded and analyzed. Rates of consultations and adjusted logistic regressions were calculated. RESULTS There were 501 patients (18.6%) who required nutritional consultations, with 55 (11.0%) of these patients receiving a 'malnutrition' diagnosis. Septic rTJA patients required significantly more nutritional consultations (P<0.01) and were significantly more likely to have 'malnutrition' (P=0.49). A diagnosis of malnutrition was associated with highest odds of all-cause readmission (Odds Ratio (OR)=3.89, P=0.01), which was even higher than undergoing a septic revision TJA. CONCLUSION Nutritional consultations occur frequently following revision TJA. Patients who receive a diagnosis of 'malnutrition' through consultation are at significantly higher risk for re-admission and require close follow-up. Future efforts are needed to further characterize these patients in order to identify as well as optimize them preoperatively.
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- Allina Nocon
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York.
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Bian T, Zhang L, Man S, Li H, Dou Y, Zhou Y. Predisposing factors for allogeneic blood transfusion in patients with ankylosing spondylitis undergoing primary unilateral total hip arthroplasty: a retrospective study. J Orthop Surg Res 2023; 18:9. [PMID: 36597109 PMCID: PMC9811782 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-022-03464-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2022] [Accepted: 12/20/2022] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The transfusion rate is relatively high in patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) undergoing total hip arthroplasty (THA). However, relevant studies focusing on the predisposing factors for transfusion with a large sample size are lacking. This study aimed to investigate the incidence of and risk factors for allogeneic blood transfusion in patients with AS undergoing primary unilateral THA. METHODS This retrospective study included 331 patients with AS who underwent primary unilateral THA between 2011 and 2021. Relevant parameters were collected through a chart review. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was conducted to identify possible factors associated with perioperative allogeneic blood transfusion. RESULTS A total of 113 (34.1%) patients received perioperative allogeneic blood transfusions. Factors related to receiving an allogeneic blood transfusion included prolonged operative duration (odds ratio [OR] per 10 min = 1.139, P = 0.047), increased estimated intraoperative blood loss (OR per 100 mL = 1.348, P < 0.001), and increased postoperative drainage volume (OR per 100 mL = 1.235, P = 0.024). A higher body mass index (BMI) (OR = 0.914, P = 0.012), perioperative tranexamic acid (TXA) use (OR = 0.166, P < 0.001), and a higher preoperative hemoglobin level (OR per 1 g/dL = 0.744, P = 0.004) decreased the risk of transfusion. CONCLUSIONS In patients with AS undergoing THA, prolonged operative duration, increased estimated intraoperative blood loss, and increased postoperative drainage volume were found to be risk factors for transfusion, whereas a higher BMI, perioperative TXA use, and a higher preoperative hemoglobin level were protective factors. These results may aid in developing a better perioperative management strategy, ultimately reducing the need for transfusion.
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- Tao Bian
- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Fourth Clinical College of Peking University, No. 31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Fourth Clinical College of Peking University, No. 31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Fourth Clinical College of Peking University, No. 31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Fourth Clinical College of Peking University, No. 31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Fourth Clinical College of Peking University, No. 31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035 China
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- grid.11135.370000 0001 2256 9319Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Fourth Clinical College of Peking University, No. 31 Xinjiekou East Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100035 China
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Shang J, Zhao G, Gong J, Su D, Wang Y, Wang L. Nutritional Risk Screening 2002 predicts surgical outcomes in 1532 patients undergoing total joint arthroplasty: A retrospective cohort study. Nutr Clin Pract 2022; 38:636-647. [PMID: 36446553 DOI: 10.1002/ncp.10934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2022] [Revised: 09/30/2022] [Accepted: 10/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Limited information exists about the predictive effect of Nutritional Risk Screening (NRS) 2002 on orthopedic surgery. The aim of the present study is to explore the role of NRS 2002 in postoperative complications and resource utilization in patients with total joint arthroplasty (TJA). METHODS We retrospectively collected the demographics and surgical results of nearly 2000 TJA patients admitted from 2016 to 2020 and assessed the differences in short- and long-term complications and resource utilization parameters. Multivariate linear, logistic regression, and subgroup analysis were subsequently used to control for potential confounders. Survival analysis was performed to further verify the cumulative incidence of postoperative complications. RESULTS We identified 1532 patients receiving TJA, 8.7% of which were at nutrition risk (NRS 2002 score ≥3 out of 7). Preoperative nutrition risk was associated with an increased risk of systemic complications, incisional complications, surgical site infection (SSI), incisional SSI, periprosthetic joint infection, dislocation, and periprosthetic fracture after TJA (odds ratio [OR], 3.62-31.99; all P < 0.05). Preoperative nutrition risk was further associated with an increased risk of cardiac complications, respiratory complications, urinary complications, and arthroplasty-related reoperation (OR, 3.16-12.29; all P < 0.01). Moreover, preoperative nutrition risk was associated with increased costs and length of stay, and increased risk of unplanned intensive care unit admission, arthroplasty-related readmission, infection-related readmission, and SSI-related readmission. CONCLUSIONS NRS 2002 is associated with an elevated risk of postoperative complications and increased resource utilization, following TJA. Thus, routine screening is recommended to identify nutrition risk statuses of patients undergoing elective TJA.
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- Jingjing Shang
- Department of Pharmacy The Affiliated Changzhou No. 2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University Changzhou China
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- Department of Orthopedics The Affiliated Changzhou No. 2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University Changzhou China
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- Department of Pharmacy The Affiliated Changzhou No. 2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University Changzhou China
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- Department of Pharmacy The Affiliated Changzhou No. 2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University Changzhou China
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- Department of Orthopedics The Affiliated Changzhou No. 2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University Changzhou China
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- Department of Orthopedics The Affiliated Changzhou No. 2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University Changzhou China
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Tfaily MA, Ghanem P, Farran SH, Dabdoub F, Kanafani ZA. The role of preoperative albumin and white blood cell count in surgical site infections following whipple surgery. Sci Rep 2022; 12:19184. [PMID: 36357432 PMCID: PMC9649662 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-21849-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2022] [Accepted: 10/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Whipple surgery is associated with a high risk of surgical sites infections (SSIs). Nutritional deficiency has been associated with an increased risk of wound infections. This study aims at exploring the role of preoperative albumin levels in predicting the risk of SSIs following Whipple surgery. A total of 23,808 individuals were identified from the ACS-NSQIP database from years 2011 to 2017. The primary exposure was pre-operative albumin while the secondary exposure was white blood cell (WBC) count. The primary outcome was divided into superficial and deep surgical site infections (S/D SSI) and organ-space SSI. All statistical analyses were conducted using IBM Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 26. Levels of pre-operative serum albumin less than 3.73 g/L, dirty and contaminated wounds and longer operative time were associated with increased odds for developing S/D SSIs (OR = 1.14, OR = 1.17, OR = 1.06, respectively, p-value < 0.05). Pre-operative WBC level (/L) was associated with a risk of developing an organ-space SSI but not S/D SSI (OR = 1.02, p-value 0.003). This study demonstrates the predictive role of pre-operative albumin in developing S/D SSIs and highlights the need to develop therapeutic strategies to optimize the pre-operative nutritional health status of patients undergoing Whipple surgery.
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- Mohamad Ali Tfaily
- grid.189967.80000 0001 0941 6502Department of Internal Medicine, Emory University, Atlanta, GA USA ,grid.411654.30000 0004 0581 3406Department of Internal Medicine, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine, Beirut, Lebanon
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- grid.21107.350000 0001 2171 9311Department of Medical Oncology, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD USA
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- grid.22903.3a0000 0004 1936 9801Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- grid.411654.30000 0004 0581 3406Department of Internal Medicine, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine, Beirut, Lebanon
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- grid.411654.30000 0004 0581 3406Department of Internal Medicine, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine, Beirut, Lebanon
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Coviello M, Abate A, Ippolito F, Nappi V, Maddalena R, Maccagnano G, Noia G, Caiaffa V. Continuous Cold Flow Device Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: Myths and Reality. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2022; 58:1537. [PMID: 36363493 PMCID: PMC9692982 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58111537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2022] [Revised: 10/14/2022] [Accepted: 10/24/2022] [Indexed: 03/25/2024]
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Background and Objectives: To assess the effect of continuous cold flow (CCF) therapy on pain reduction, opioid consumption, fast recovery, less perioperative bleeding and patient satisfaction in patients undergoing a total knee arthroplasty. Materials and Methods: Patients affected by knee osteoarthritis between September 2020 and February 2022 were enrolled in this case-control study. Patients were randomly divided into two groups (n = 50, each): the study group received postoperative CCF therapy while the control group was treated by cold pack (gel ice). The CCF device is a computer-assisted therapy with continuous cold fluid, allowing a selective distribution, constant and uniform, of cold or hot on the areas to be treated. In both groups, pre- and postoperative evaluations at 6, 24, 72 h and at the fifth day were conducted using Visual Analogic Scale (VAS), opioid consumption, passive range of motion, preoperative hematocrit, total blood loss by Gross formula, transfusion requirement and patient satisfaction questionnaire. Results: One hundred patients, 52 women (52%), were included in the study. Reduction of pain, opioid consumption and increase in passive range of movement were statistically significantly demonstrated in the study group on the first and third days. Patients were satisfied with adequate postoperative pain management due to CCF therapy (p = 0.01) and they would recommend this treatment to others (p = 0.01). Conclusions: A continuous cold flow device in the acute postoperative setting after total knee arthroplasty is associated with pain reduction and improving early movement. Patients were almost satisfied with the procedure. The management of perioperative pain control could improve participation in the early rehabilitation program as demonstrated by the increase in ROM, psychological satisfaction and reduction in opioid use.
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- Michele Coviello
- Orthopaedic and Trauma Unit, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neurscience and Sense Organs, School of Medicine, AOU Consorziale Policlinico, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, Piazza Giulio Cesare 11, 70124 Bari, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, “Di Venere” Hospital, Via Ospedale di Venere, 1, 70131 Bari, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, “Di Venere” Hospital, Via Ospedale di Venere, 1, 70131 Bari, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, “Di Venere” Hospital, Via Ospedale di Venere, 1, 70131 Bari, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, “Di Venere” Hospital, Via Ospedale di Venere, 1, 70131 Bari, Italy
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- Orthopaedics Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Policlinico Riuniti di Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Orthopaedics Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Policlinico Riuniti di Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, “Di Venere” Hospital, Via Ospedale di Venere, 1, 70131 Bari, Italy
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Ull C, Yilmaz E, Hoffmann MF, Reinke C, Aach M, Schildhauer TA, Kruppa C. Factors Associated With Major Complications and Mortality During Hospitalization in Patients With Ankylosing Spondylitis Undergoing Surgical Management for a Spine Fracture. Global Spine J 2022; 12:1380-1387. [PMID: 33430630 PMCID: PMC9394001 DOI: 10.1177/2192568220980702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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STUDY DESIGN Retrospective study. OBJECTIVES To analyze factors associated with major complications (MC) in patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) undergoing surgical management for a spine fracture. METHODS Included were all persons with spine fractures and AS in a teriary health care center between 2003 and 2019. Clinical data and MC were characterized with descriptive characteristics. Multivariable analyses were used to find factors associated with MC. RESULTS In total, 174 traumatic fracture incidents in 166 patients with AS were included, with a mean patient age of 70.7 ± 13.1 years. The main reason for spine fracture was minor trauma (79.9%). Spinal cord injuries (SCI) were described in 36.7% of cases. The majority of patients (54.6%) showed more than one fracture of the spine, with cervical fractures being the most common (50.5%). Overall, the incidences of surgical site infection, implant failure, nosocomial pneumonia (NP), and mortality were 17.2%, 9.2%, 31%, and 14.9%, respectively. ICU stay > 48 hours was associated with MC (including death). Posterior approach for spondylodesis, ICU stay > 48 hours and cervical SCI were related to MC (excluding death). Age > 70 years, NP and Charlson comorbidity index > 5 points were associated with in-hospital mortality. CONCLUSIONS Patients with AS and surgical treatment of spine fractures are at high risk for MC. Therefore, our results might give physicians better insight into the incidence and sequelae of major complications and therefore might improve patient and family expectations.
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- Christopher Ull
- Department of General and Trauma Surgery, BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany,Christiane Kruppa, Department of General and Trauma Surgery, BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle-de-la-Camp-Platz 1, Bochum, Germany.
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- Department of General and Trauma Surgery, BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of General and Trauma Surgery, BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of General and Trauma Surgery, BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Spinal Cord Injuries, BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of General and Trauma Surgery, BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany,Christiane Kruppa, Department of General and Trauma Surgery, BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle-de-la-Camp-Platz 1, Bochum, Germany.
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Maccagnano G, Maruccia F, Rauseo M, Noia G, Coviello M, Laneve A, Quitadamo AP, Trivellin G, Malavolta M, Pesce V. Direct Anterior versus Lateral Approach for Femoral Neck Fracture: Role in COVID-19 Disease. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11164785. [PMID: 36013024 PMCID: PMC9410486 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11164785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2022] [Revised: 08/09/2022] [Accepted: 08/12/2022] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Background: During the COVID-19 emergency, the incidence of fragility fractures in elderly patients remained unchanged. The management of these patients requires a multidisciplinary approach. The study aimed to assess the best surgical approach to treat COVID-19 patients with femoral neck fracture undergoing hemiarthroplasty (HA), comparing direct lateral (DL) versus direct anterior approach (DAA). Methods: A single-center, observational retrospective study including 50 patients affected by COVID-19 infection (30 males, 20 females) who underwent HA between April 2020 to April 2021 was performed. The patients were allocated into two groups according to the surgical approach used: lateral approach and anterior approach. For each patient, the data were recorded: age, sex, BMI, comorbidity, oxygen saturation (SpO2), fraction of the inspired oxygen (FiO2), type of ventilation invasive or non-invasive, HHb, P/F ratio (PaO2/FiO2), hemoglobin level the day of surgery and 1 day post operative, surgical time, Nottingham Hip Fractures Score (NHFS) and American Society of Anesthesiologists Score (ASA). The patients were observed from one hour before surgery until 48 h post-surgery of follow-up. The patients were stratified into five groups according to Alhazzani scores. A non-COVID-19 group of patients, as the control, was finally introduced. Results: A lateral position led to a better level of oxygenation (p < 0.01), compared to the supine anterior approach. We observed a better post-operative P/F ratio and a reduced need for invasive ventilation in patients lying in the lateral position. A statistically significant reduction in the surgical time emerged in patients treated with DAA (p < 0.01). Patients within the DAA group had a significantly lower blood loss compared to direct lateral approach. Conclusions: DL approach with lateral decubitus seems to preserved respiratory function in HA surgery. Thus, the lateral position may be associated with beneficial effects on gas exchange.
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- Giuseppe Maccagnano
- Orthopaedics Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Policlinico Riuniti di Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Orthopaedics Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Policlinico Riuniti di Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, University of Foggia, Policlinico Riuniti di Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Orthopaedics Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Policlinico Riuniti di Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Orthopaedic & Trauma Unit, AOU Consorziale Policlinico. Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neuroscience and Sense Organs, School of Medicine, University of Bari “Aldo Moro”, AOU Consorziale Policlinico. Piazza Giulio Cesare 11, 70124 Bari, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-3938165088
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- Orthopaedics Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Policlinico Riuniti di Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Orthopaedics Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Policlinico Riuniti di Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Hip and Trauma Surgery Department, Piero Pederzoli Private Hospital, Peschiera del Garda, 37019 Verona, Italy
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- Knee Surgery Department, Piero Pederzoli Private Hospital, Peschiera del Garda, 37019 Verona, Italy
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- Orthopaedics Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Policlinico Riuniti di Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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Short-Stay Arthroplasty is Not Associated With Increased Risk of 90-Day Hospital Returns. J Arthroplasty 2022; 37:S819-S822. [PMID: 35093543 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2022.01.050] [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: 12/01/2021] [Revised: 01/16/2022] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND With the removal of total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA) from the inpatient-only list, medical centers are faced with challenging transitions to outpatient surgery. We investigated if short-stay arthroplasty, defined as length of stay (LOS) <24 hours, would influence 90-day readmissions and emergency department (ED) visits at a tertiary referral center. METHODS The institutional database was retrospectively queried for primary TKAs and THAs from July 2015 to January 2018, resulting in 2,217 patients (1,361 TKA and 856 THA). Patient demographics, including age, gender, body mass index, and American Society of Anesthesiologists score were collected. LOS, disposition, cost of care, 90-day ED visits, and readmissions were identified through the institutional database using electronic medical record data. Univariable and multivariable models were used to evaluate rates of 90-day readmissions and ED visits based on LOS <24 hours vs ≥24 hours. RESULTS LOS <24 h was associated with significant decreases in 90-day ED visits (P = .003) and readmissions (P = .002). After controlling for potential confounding variables with a multivariable model, a significant decrease in ED visits (P = .034) remained in the THA cohort alone. Within TKA and THA cohorts, LOS <24 h was associated with lower costs (P < .001). Eighteen percent of patients with ≥24 h LOS were discharged to skilled nursing or rehabilitation facilities. CONCLUSION In this cohort, LOS <24 hours was associated with decreased 90-day readmissions, ED visits, and costs. With the goal of minimizing costs and maintaining patient safety while efficiently using resources, outpatient and short-stay arthroplasty are valuable, feasible options in tertiary academic centers.
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The Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index Is an Independent Predictor of Adverse Outcomes for Total Joint Arthroplasty Patients. J Arthroplasty 2022; 37:S836-S841. [PMID: 35091033 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2022.01.049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2021] [Revised: 01/03/2022] [Accepted: 01/18/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Malnutrition affects patient outcomes after total joint arthroplasty (TJA). Although hypoalbuminemia has been used as a surrogate, there is no unanimous method for screening and assessing malnutrition. This study aimed to determine if malnutrition, as defined by the Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index (GNRI), is independently correlated with short-term (<30 days) postoperative complications and prognosis in patients undergoing TJA. METHODS The 2016-2019 American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program was queried for all patients aged >65 years who underwent TJA. Based on GNRI value, patients were divided into 3 groups: normal nutrition (GNRI >98), moderate malnutrition (GNRI 92-98), and severe malnutrition (GNRI <92). After adjusting for potential confounders, multivariable regression models were used to analyze the association between GNRI and patient outcomes. RESULTS A total of 191,087 patients were included in the study. Prevalence of malnutrition based on body mass index (<18.5 kg/m2), albumin (<3.5 mg/dL), and GNRI (≤98) was 0.41% (784), 4.17% (7975), and 15.83% (30,258). Adjusted analysis showed that compared with normal nutrition, moderate and severe malnutrition status were associated with a higher rate of transfusion, readmission, and postoperative length of stay over 8 days (P < .05). Severe malnutrition was also associated with pneumonia, surgical site infection, urinary tract infection, sepsis, and revision surgery (P < .05). CONCLUSION Malnutrition, as defined by GNRI, is an independent predictor of adverse outcomes after TJA, including 30-day readmission, revision surgery, and increased length of stay. GNRI can be used to routinely screen and assess patient nutritional status before TJA and counsel patients and families appropriately. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 3: Retrospective Cohort Study.
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Quan T, Lopez JD, Chen FR, Manzi JE, Best MJ, Srikumaran U, Zimmer ZR. A retrospective study evaluating the association between hypoalbuminemia and postoperative outcomes for patients receiving open rotator cuff repair. J Orthop 2022; 30:88-92. [PMID: 35250196 PMCID: PMC8889027 DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2022.02.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2022] [Revised: 02/07/2022] [Accepted: 02/21/2022] [Indexed: 10/19/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Malnutrition has historically been shown to influence surgical outcomes. Although the diagnosis of malnutrition can be multifactorial, serum albumin levels serve as a useful indicator of malnutrition in patients undergoing orthopaedic surgery. The purpose of this study is to examine the prevalence of post-operative complications in patients with malnutrition (hypoalbuminemia) who underwent open rotator cuff repair. We hypothesized that patients with low preoperative albumin levels will have an increased risk for postoperative complications, readmission, reoperation, and prolonged hospital stay. METHODS The National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database was queried for patients undergoing open rotator cuff repair from 2006 to 2019. Two patient cohorts were defined: patients with hypoalbuminemia (<3.5 g/dL) and patients with normal preoperative serum albumin (≥3.5 g/dL), with the former being an indicator for malnutrition. In this analysis, demographics, comorbidities, and postoperative complications were compared between the two cohorts using bivariate analyses. Confounding factors found in the control group included sex, race, age, body mass index, smoking status, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, hypertension, dialysis, diabetes, and dyspnea. To eliminate potential biases, multivariable logistic regression was used to adjust for these confounding factors. RESULTS Of 3,052 patients undergoing open rotator cuff repair with serum albumin levels recorded within 90 days before the surgery, 2,914 patients (95.5%), with an age range of 21-90 years, had normal albumin levels and 138 patients (4.5%), with an age range of 24-87 years, were hypoalbuminemic. Following adjustment on multivariate analyses, compared to patients with normal preoperative serum albumin, those with hypoalbuminemia had an increased risk of extended length of hospital stay (OR 7.47; p < 0.001) and hospital readmission (OR 4.16; p = 0.002). CONCLUSION Hypoalbuminemia is associated with extended length of stay and readmission after receiving open rotator cuff repair surgery.
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- Theodore Quan
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Washington, DC, USA,Corresponding author. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2300 M St, Washington, DC, 20037, USA.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins, Columbia, MD, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins, Columbia, MD, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Washington, DC, USA
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Hur ES, Bohl DD, Della Valle CJ, Villalobos F, Gerlinger TL. Hypoalbuminemia Predicts Adverse Events following Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty. J Knee Surg 2021; 36:491-497. [PMID: 34768290 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1739146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Hypoalbuminemia is a potentially modifiable risk factor associated with adverse events following total knee arthroplasty. The present study aimed to evaluate whether hypoalbuminemia similarly predisposes to adverse events following unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA). Patients who underwent UKA during 2006-2018 were identified through the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program. Only patients with preoperative serum albumin concentration were included. Outcomes were compared between patients with and without hypoalbuminemia (serum albumin concentration < 3.5 g/dL). All associations were adjusted for demographic, comorbidity, and laboratory differences between populations. A total of 11,342 patients were identified, of whom 6,049 (53.3%) had preoperative serum albumin laboratory values available for analysis. After adjustment for potential confounders, patients with hypoalbuminemia had a greater than 2-fold increased probability for occurrence of any complication (7.02% vs. 2.23%, p = 0.009) and a 4-fold increased probability of receiving a blood transfusion (1.81% vs. 0.25%, p = 0.045). Among procedures performed as inpatients, mean postoperative length of stay (LOS) was longer in patients with hypoalbuminemia (2.2 vs. 1.8 days; p = 0.031). Hypoalbuminemia is independently associated with complications and increased LOS following UKA and a marker for patients at higher risk of postoperative complications. Patients should be screened for hypoalbuminemia and nutritional deficiencies addressed prior to UKA.
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- Edward S Hur
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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Malnutrition in elective shoulder arthroplasty: a multi-institutional retrospective study of preoperative albumin and adverse outcomes. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2021; 30:2491-2497. [PMID: 33819566 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2021.03.143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2021] [Revised: 03/18/2021] [Accepted: 03/22/2021] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Malnutrition is associated with poor postoperative outcomes after knee, hip, and spine surgery. However, whether albumin labs should be part of the routine preoperative workup for shoulder arthroplasty remains understudied. This study investigated the role of preoperative albumin levels in predicting common postoperative adverse outcomes in patients undergoing shoulder arthroplasty. METHODS All shoulder arthroplasty cases performed at 2 tertiary referral centers between July 2013 and May 2019 (institution 1) and between June 2007 and Feb 2020 (institution 2) were reviewed. A total of 421 primary and 71 revision elective shoulder arthroplasty cases had preoperative albumin levels recorded. Common demographic variables and relevant Elixhauser comorbidities were pulled. Outcomes gathered included extended (>3 days) postoperative inpatient length of stay (eLOS), 90-day readmission, and discharge to rehab or skilled nursing facility (SNF). RESULTS The prevalence of malnutrition (albumin <3.5 g/dL) was higher in the revision group compared with the primary group (36.6% vs. 19.5%, P = .001). Reverse shoulder arthroplasty (P = .013) and increasing American Society of Anesthesiologists score (P = .016) were identified as independent risk factors for malnutrition in the primary group. In the revision group, liver disease was associated with malnutrition (P = .046). Malnourished primary shoulder arthroplasty patients had an increased incidence of eLOS (26.8% vs. 13.6%, P = .003) and discharge to rehab/SNF (18.3% vs. 10.3%, P = .045). On univariable analysis, low albumin had an odds ratio (OR) of 2.34 for eLOS (P = .004), which retained significance in a multivariable model including age, American Society of Anesthesiologists score, sex, and body mass index (OR 2.11, P = .03). On univariable analysis, low albumin had an OR of 1.94 for discharge to SNF/rehab (P = .048), but this did not reach significance in the multivariable model. Among revisions, malnourished patients had an increased incidence of eLOS (30.8% vs. 6.7%, P = .014) and discharge to rehab/SNF (26.9% vs. 4.4%, P = .010). In both the primary and revision groups, there was no difference in 90-day readmission rate between patients with low or normal albumin. CONCLUSION Malnutrition is more prevalent among revision shoulder arthroplasty patients compared with those undergoing a primary procedure. Primary shoulder arthroplasty patients with low preoperative albumin levels have an increased risk of eLOS and may have an increased need for postacute care. Low albumin was not associated with a risk of 90-day readmissions. Albumin level merits further investigation in large, prospective cohorts to clearly define its role in preoperative risk stratification.
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Meena A. CORR Insights®: Does a Prescription-based Comorbidity Index Correlate with the American Society of Anesthesiologists Physical Status Score and Mortality After Joint Arthroplasty? A Registry Study. Clin Orthop Relat Res 2021; 479:2191-2193. [PMID: 34435981 PMCID: PMC8445583 DOI: 10.1097/corr.0000000000001959] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2021] [Accepted: 08/11/2021] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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- Amit Meena
- Senior Resident, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital, Central Institute of Orthopaedics, New Delhi, India
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Chaharbakhshi E, Schmitt D, Brown NM. The Added Burden of Transfer Status in Patients Undergoing Surgery After Sustaining a Periprosthetic Fracture of the Hip or Knee. Cureus 2021; 13:e16805. [PMID: 34513411 PMCID: PMC8407044 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.16805] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Background A significant proportion of patients who sustain periprosthetic fractures are transferred to another institution for definitive care. There is limited understanding of the impact of transfer on outcomes. Methods The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) was utilized to identify patients who sustained periprosthetic fractures of the hip or knee requiring surgical intervention. Inclusion criteria were total joint prosthesis of the hip or knee with documented periprosthetic fracture of a single hip or knee along with surgery during hospitalization. Transfer status and discharge location were recorded. A total of 1,194 non-transferred patients were compared to 620 transferred patients. Cohorts were compared utilizing standard parametric and non-parametric tests depending on the characteristics of the data. Results Transferred patients had a higher mean age (75.6 years vs. 72.9 years, p < 0.0001), longer mean length of stay (7.9 days vs. 6.9 days, p = 0.0023), and greater American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) grade. Transferred patients were less likely to be discharged home (p = 0.0001) and more likely to be discharged to hospice (p = 0.049) or rehabilitation facilities (p = 0.0001). No significant differences were detected regarding readmissions or complications. In transferred patients, having lower preoperative albumin was a risk factor for readmission within 30 days. Conclusion Transfer centers accepting and treating periprosthetic fractures should be aware that these patients often have a longer length of stay and are less likely to be discharged home. However, the data suggests these patients are well cared for, given the similar complication rates.
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- Orthopaedic Surgery, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, USA
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- Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, USA
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Hanada M, Hotta K, Matsuyama Y. Prognostic nutritional index as a risk factor for aseptic wound complications after total knee arthroplasty. J Orthop Sci 2021; 26:827-830. [PMID: 32883543 DOI: 10.1016/j.jos.2020.07.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2020] [Revised: 07/17/2020] [Accepted: 07/22/2020] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Patients with malnutrition have a high risk of postoperative complications in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Previously, serum albumin and total lymphocyte count were considered preoperative nutritional assessment measures. Prognostic nutritional index (PNI) is calculated by a combination of serum albumin and total lymphocyte count. This study aimed to identify the risk factors for postoperative complications after TKA, including preoperative nutritional assessment, and evaluated preoperative PNI as a predictor of postoperative complications. METHODS One-hundred and sixty patients (234 knees) who underwent primary TKA were enrolled consecutively from 2010 to 2018. The serum albumin (g/dL) and total lymphocyte count (/mm3) were examined within 3 months before TKA; thereafter, the PNI was calculated. Postoperative aseptic wound problems, such as skin erosion and dehiscence within 2 weeks and periprosthetic joint infection after TKA were examined. RESULTS Periprosthetic joint infections occurred in 14 knees (6.0%). Postoperative aseptic wound problems within 2 weeks were significant risk factors of periprosthetic joint infection (odds ratio; 5.10, 95% confidence interval [CI]; 1.438-18.093, p = 0.012). No significant differences were noted in the patient demographics, such as age, sex, body mass index (BMI), and comorbidities between the positive and negative groups for periprosthetic joint infection, except for the rate of aseptic operative wound problems. Furthermore, postoperative aseptic wound problems were influenced by high BMI (odds ratio; 1.270, 95% CI; 1.111-1.453, p = 0.000) and low PNI (odds ratio; 0.858, 95% CI; 0.771-0.955, p = 0.015). CONCLUSIONS Preoperative nutritional status, indicated by PNI and BMI, was associated with postoperative wound problems within 2 weeks. Periprosthetic joint infection after TKA was associated with early postoperative aseptic wound problems.
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- Mitsuru Hanada
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, Hamamatsu, 431-3192, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, Hamamatsu, 431-3192, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, Hamamatsu, 431-3192, Japan
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Rao SS, Chaudhry YP, Solano MA, Sterling RS, Oni JK, Khanuja HS. Routine Preoperative Nutritional Screening in All Primary Total Joint Arthroplasty Patients Has Little Utility. J Arthroplasty 2020; 35:3505-3511. [PMID: 32723504 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2020.06.073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2020] [Revised: 06/15/2020] [Accepted: 06/24/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Nutritional optimization before total joint arthroplasty (TJA) may improve patient outcomes and decrease costs. However, the utility of serologic laboratory markers, including albumin, transferrin, and total lymphocyte count (TLC), as primary indicators of nutrition is unclear. We analyzed the prevalence of abnormal nutritional values before TJA and identified factors associated with them. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed 819 primary cases of TJA performed at 1 institution from January to December 2018. Patient demographic characteristics were assessed for associations with abnormal preoperative nutritional values (albumin <3.5 g/dL, transferrin <200 mg/dL, and TLC <1.5 cells/μL3). Associations of comorbidities, American Society of Anesthesiologists Physical Status classification, and age-adjusted Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) with abnormal values were assessed with logistic regression. RESULTS Values were abnormal for albumin in 21 cases (2.6%), transferrin in 26 cases (5.6%), and TLC in 185 cases (25%). Thirteen cases (1.7%) had abnormal values for 2 markers. Age was associated with abnormal albumin and TLC, and race with abnormal transferrin. Congestive heart failure, chronic kidney disease, pancreatic insufficiency, gastroesophageal reflux disease, osteoporosis, dementia, and CCI were associated with abnormal albumin; Parkinson disease and American Society of Anesthesiologists Physical Status with abnormal transferrin; and dementia, body mass index, cancer history, and CCI with abnormal TLC. CONCLUSION We report low prevalence of and a low concordance rate among abnormal nutritional values before primary TJA. Our results suggest that routine testing of all healthy patients is not warranted before TJA.
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- Sandesh S Rao
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
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Li G, Weng J, Xu C, Wang D, Xiong A, Zeng H. Factors associated with the length of stay in total knee arthroplasty patients with the enhanced recovery after surgery model. J Orthop Surg Res 2019; 14:343. [PMID: 31694690 PMCID: PMC6836496 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-019-1389-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2019] [Accepted: 09/23/2019] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Objectives The purpose of this study is to identify the factors that influence the length of stay (LOS) in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) patients with an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program. Methods Information from 167 patients (31 males and 136 females, range from 43 years to 88 years old) who underwent the unilateral elective primary TKA from January 2017 to January 2019 were reviewed retrospectively. Factors were analyzed by single-factor variance and multi-factor linear regression. Results By single-factor variance analysis, American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status classification system, pre-operation albumin, pre-operation erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), primary and merge diseases, hidden blood loss, and length of operation were correlated with LOS (P < 0.05). Multi-factor linear regression results suggested that gender, ASA class, pre-operation Alb, and pre-operation ESR were associated with LOS (P < 0.05). Moreover, ASA class 3 (B value 4.84), pre-operation Alb < 30 g/L (B value 18.33), and pre-operation ESR > 15 mmol/h (B value 2.21) could increase the LOS, while males (B value − 3.56) had a shortened LOS. Conclusions Overall, our research found that female, ASA class 3, pre-operation Alb < 30 g/L, and pre-operation ESR > 15 mmol/h could extend LOS in TKA patients with ERAS.
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- Guoqing Li
- National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Biomaterials, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, People's Republic of China.,Department of Bone & Joint Surgery, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Biomaterials, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, People's Republic of China.,Department of Bone & Joint Surgery, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Biomaterials, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, People's Republic of China.,Department of Bone & Joint Surgery, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Biomaterials, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, People's Republic of China.,Department of Bone & Joint Surgery, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Biomaterials, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, People's Republic of China.,Department of Bone & Joint Surgery, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Biomaterials, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, People's Republic of China. .,Department of Bone & Joint Surgery, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, China.
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Serum albumin levels predict which patients are at increased risk for complications following surgical management of acute osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures. Spine J 2019; 19:1796-1802. [PMID: 31255789 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2019.06.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2019] [Revised: 06/17/2019] [Accepted: 06/26/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCF) account for a substantial portion of the US healthcare financial burden. With a growing elderly population, the number of fractures contributing to sagittal imbalance is expected to increase. For those patients undergoing surgery, preoperative markers, such as albumin, may help to predict the occurrence of postoperative complications. PURPOSE To evaluate the association between preoperative serum albumin levels and the incidence of postoperative complications, mortality, and 30-day readmissions following surgical intervention for OVCF. STUDY DESIGN Retrospective study. PATIENT SAMPLE Patient data were obtained from the American College of Surgeons National Surgery Quality Improvement Project (ACS-NSIP) database between the years 2007 and 2014. OUTCOME MEASURES No outcome measures related to self-reporting, physiology, or functionality were evaluated in this study. Primary outcome measures analyzed included various postoperative complications, patient mortality, and 30-day readmission. METHODS A retrospective analysis of the American College of Surgeons National Surgery Quality Improvement Project (ACS-NSQIP) database between 2007 and 2014 was performed, identifying 1,979 patients who met inclusion criteria. Patients were subcategorized into three groups based on preoperative nutritional status as defined by albumin levels. Outcome measures for this study included minor postoperative complication(s), major postoperative complication(s), patient mortality, 30-day readmission due to any cause, 30-day readmission related to OVCF, and total length of hospital stay. Analysis of variance was used to evaluate for associations between continuous variables and preoperative albumin levels. Spearman's rank correlation coefficient, chi-square trend, and Kruskal-Wallis analyses were utilized, as appropriate, for categorical variables. A multivariate logistic regression analysis was then conducted to calculate odds ratios with corresponding p values and 95% confidence intervals. RESULTS Functional status showed a statistically significant decline when correlated with preoperative albumin levels. Sepsis, septic shock, pulmonary embolism, reintubation, prolonged intubation, and major complications in general are statistically more likely to occur in patients with hypoalbuminemia. Among minor complications evaluated in this study, only surgical site complications failed to demonstrate a statistical correlation with nutritional status. No statistically significant associations were identified between postoperative outcomes and age, sex, or BMI. CONCLUSIONS Preoperative albumin levels were statistically correlated to the likelihood of minor complications, major complications, or mortality.
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Black CS, Goltz DE, Ryan SP, Fletcher AN, Wellman SS, Bolognesi MP, Seyler TM. The Role of Malnutrition in Ninety-Day Outcomes After Total Joint Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2019; 34:2594-2600. [PMID: 31239176 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2019.05.060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2019] [Revised: 05/08/2019] [Accepted: 05/30/2019] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Research has linked malnutrition to more complications in total joint arthroplasty (TJA) patients. The role of preoperative albumin in predicting length of stay (LOS) and 90-day outcomes remains understudied. Often, an albumin cut-off ≤3.5 g/dL is used as proxy for malnutrition, although this value remains understudied. This preoperative level may be missing some patients at risk for adverse events post TJA. METHODS TJA patients at a single institution from 2013 to 2018 were reviewed for preoperative albumin level. In total, 4047 cases (total knee arthroplasty: 2058; total hip arthroplasty: 1989) had available data, including 90-day readmissions, 90-day emergency department (ED) visits, and postoperative LOS. RESULTS About 5.6% experienced a readmission and 9.6% had at least one ED visit within 90 days. Overall prevalence of malnutrition was 3.6%, and this cohort experienced a longer average LOS (3.5 vs 2.2 days, P < .0001) and was more likely to experience a readmission (16% vs 5%, P < .0001) or ED visit (18% vs 9%, P = .0005). Additionally, albumin ≤3.5 g/dL was correlated with more frequent discharge to skilled nursing facility/rehab (30.8% vs 14.7%, P < .0001), increased risk for 90-day readmission with univariable (odds ratio [OR] 1.79, P < .0001) and multivariable logistic regression (OR 1.55, P < .0001), and increased risk for 90-day ED visits with univariable (OR 1.62, P < .0001) and multivariable regression (OR 1.35, P < .0001). The optimal albumin cut-off was 3.94 g/dL in a univariable model for 90-day readmission. CONCLUSION Screening for malnutrition may serve a role in preoperative evaluation. An albumin cutoff value of 3.5 g/dL may miss some at-risk patients.
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- Collin S Black
- 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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Tsantes A, Papadopoulos D, Lytras T, Tsantes A, Mavrogenis A, Korompilias A, Gelalis I, Tsantes C, Bonovas S. Association of malnutrition with periprosthetic joint and surgical site infections after total joint arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Hosp Infect 2019; 103:69-77. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jhin.2019.04.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2019] [Accepted: 04/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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