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Chandrashekar AS, Mulvey HE, Mika AP, Gupta RK, Polkowski GG, Wilson JM, Pelt CE, Martin JR. Outpatient Total Joint Arthroplasty at an Ambulatory Surgical Center: An Analysis of Failure to Launch. J Arthroplasty 2025; 40:1465-1470. [PMID: 39586405 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2024.11.034] [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: 07/13/2024] [Revised: 11/13/2024] [Accepted: 11/19/2024] [Indexed: 11/27/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND There has been a tremendous increase in same-day discharge (SDD) following primary total joint arthroplasty (TJA). Although the concept of failure to launch (FTL) has been recently investigated in hospital settings, there is a paucity of data in the ambulatory surgical center (ASC) context. This study aimed to examine the incidence and underlying causes of FTL within an ASC at a major academic medical center. METHODS A retrospective review from 2021 to 2024 was performed on all patients who underwent same-day surgery at our ASC after intentional selection and medical optimization per institutional protocols. The demographic information, incidence and source of FTL, 90-day readmissions, and reoperations/revisions were recorded. There were 1,974 patients who underwent primary TJA at the ASC during the study. RESULTS There were nine patients who required direct hospital admission from the ASC (0.45%). This patient population had significantly increased American Society of Anesthesiologists score compared to patients who were discharged home. In addition, these patients had a significantly higher number of 90-day emergency department visits. Syncopal episodes were the most common reason for hospital admission from the ASC (66.7%), followed by nausea, seizures, and pain (all 11.1%). After review by attending orthopaedic surgeons and anesthesiologists, only two patients had potentially preventable medical causes for admission. CONCLUSIONS Approximately, 99.6% of patients had successful SDD at our ASC, underscoring the importance of proper preoperative screening. Only 0.45% of patients required hospital admission, primarily attributed to hypotension and syncopal events. Interestingly, only two patients in our cohort experienced a potentially preventable instance of FTL. It is crucial that additional efforts be aimed at identifying patients at risk and implementing treatment strategies to prevent postoperative hypotension and syncopal events that may further improve SDD and outcomes in outpatient TJA in the ASC setting.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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Gauthier P, Parisien A, Garceau S, Poitras S, Beaulé PE. The safety and efficacy of outpatient total hip arthroplasty in very obese patients. Bone Joint J 2025; 107-B:3-8. [PMID: 40306652 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.107b5.bjj-2024-0761.r1] [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: 05/02/2025]
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Aims As the number of patients who undergo total joint replacement as an outpatient continues to increase, it is essential that the safety and efficacy of this form of treatment is maintained. The aim of this study was to examine the outcome in a series of very obese patients who underwent total hip arthroplasty (THA) as an outpatient. Methods A prospective database was used to identify 381 patients who underwent THA as an outpatient. Using case-control matching based on age, sex, and American Society of Anesthesiologists grade, 51 very obese patients with a BMI > 35 kg/m2 were matched to 51 patients with a BMI < 35 kg/m2 who underwent THA as an outpatient. In a subsequent analysis, 47 patients (41 THAs) from the same very obese cohort were matched to 47 very obese patients who underwent THA as an inpatient. For each group, readmission within 90 days, return to the emergency department (ED) within 90 days, adverse events, and reoperations were recorded. Results The mean BMI of the very obese outpatient group was 40 kg/m2 (35 to 55); their mean age was 61 years (38 to 78). The mean BMI of the outpatients with a BMI < 35 kg/m2 was 27 kg/m2 (17 to 34); their mean age was 61 years (33 to 78). The mean BMI of the very obese inpatient group was 40 kg/m2 (35 to 55); their mean age 62 years (34 to 77). Between the two outpatient groups, the rate of adverse events was significantly higher in the very obese group (15.69% compared with 1.96% (p = 0.015)). The reoperation rate was also significantly higher in the very obese group (five cases compared with none; p = 0.022). The rate of readmission and return to the ED within 90 days did not differ significantly between the groups (p = 0.299 and p = 0.092, respectively). There was no significant difference for all outcomes between the very obese patients who were treated as an outpatient and those who were treated as an inpatient. Conclusion The very obese group had significantly higher rates of adverse events and reoperations compared with those with a BMI < 35 kg/m2, but there was no difference when they were compared with a matched cohort of very obese patients who were treated as an inpatient. Caution must always be taken to identify the ideal candidates for outpatient surgery. However, BMI should not be used as a sole variable for deciding whether THA should be undertaken as an inpatient.
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- Paul Gauthier
- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Orthopaedic Research, Ottawa, Canada
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Division of Rehabilitation, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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Daher M, Liu J, Smith N, Daniels AH, El-Othmani MM, Barrett TJ, Cohen EM. Outpatient Versus Inpatient Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty in Morbidly Obese Patients. J Arthroplasty 2025; 40:1180-1184. [PMID: 39490780 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2024.10.112] [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: 06/02/2024] [Revised: 10/19/2024] [Accepted: 10/22/2024] [Indexed: 11/05/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Morbidly obese patients undergoing total joint arthroplasty (TJA) face increased postoperative complications, yet studies assessing the safety of this surgery in the outpatient setting for this population are lacking. This study aimed to fill this gap by assessing the safety and benefits of outpatient TJA in morbidly obese patients. METHODS This study is a retrospective review of a commercial claims database. Based on the setting of the procedure, the patients were divided into four groups as follows: inpatient-TKA (total knee arthroplasty), outpatient-TKA, inpatient-THA (total hip arthroplasty), and outpatient-THA. The two TKA groups were matched based on age, sex, and the Charlson Comorbidity Index. The THA groups were matched similarly. The 30- and 90-day medical and surgical complications were compared between these groups. There were 5,500 patients included in each of the outpatient and inpatient TKA groups and 1,550 in each of the outpatient and inpatient THA groups. RESULTS Patients undergoing inpatient TKA had higher rates of pulmonary embolism, urinary tract infection, transfusions, intensive care unit admissions, emergency department visits, readmissions at 30 days, surgical site infections, periprosthetic joint infection, prosthetic dislocations, and costs. As for the inpatient THA group, they had higher rates of pulmonary embolism, urinary tract infection, transfusions, intensive care unit admissions, emergency department visits, and costs. CONCLUSIONS It is well-established that morbidly obese patients undergoing TJA have higher complication rates than normal-weight patients, and patients should be counseled before arthroplasty. This study highlights the safety and benefits of outpatient TJA in morbidly obese patients. However, one should note that this was done using an insurance database, in which results may differ if it was done in a public and lower socioeconomic setting. Therefore, future prospective studies are needed to confirm the findings before implementing outpatient TJA in morbidly obese patients.
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- Mohammad Daher
- Department of Orthopedics, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Department of Orthopedics, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Department of Orthopedics, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Department of Orthopedics, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Department of Orthopedics, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Department of Orthopedics, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
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Ekhtiari S, Pincus D, Lex JR, Tomescu S, Paterson JM, Ravi B. Safety of Same-Day Total Joint Replacement: A Population-Based Cohort Study. J Am Acad Orthop Surg 2025:00124635-990000000-01310. [PMID: 40279561 DOI: 10.5435/jaaos-d-24-00865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2024] [Accepted: 01/06/2025] [Indexed: 04/27/2025] Open
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PURPOSE Total joint arthroplasty (TJA) has seen a rapid increase in same-day surgery (SDS), particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic. One limitation of prior research on this topic is that data derived from single (usually high volume) centers whose experience may not be generalizable. The purpose of this study was to analyze the success rates of same-day TJA using population level data in Canada's most populous province. METHODS Data from Ontario's linked, administrative, healthcare databases were obtained for all patients undergoing planned outpatient elective total hip or knee arthroplasty (total hip arthroplasty [THA] or total knee arthroplasty [TKA]) between April 1 2016 and March 31, 2022. Rates of successful same-day TJA were calculated (ie, proportion of planned outpatients actually discharged same day). Predictors of successful same-day discharge were compared between the groups. RESULTS Overall,2,776 TKA and 3,380 THA patients planned for same-day discharge over the study period. This increased from 0.6% in 2016 to 23.8% in 2021 of patients selected for same-day surgery, 11.3% (TKA) and 11.6% (THA) failed same-day discharge. After matching on age, joint, Charlson score, type of institution, and year of surgery, female patients were markedly more likely to fail SDS TJA compared with male patients (hazard ratio: 1.14, 95% confidence interval, 1.05 to 1.25). Other predictors of unsuccessful same-day discharge included frailty, presence of comorbidities (for TKA), and Class III or higher obesity (for THA). CONCLUSION Rates of same-day surgery are rising rapidly, and nearly 90% of patients planned as same-day cases are successfully discharged as such. Female patients are at markedly higher risk of failed SDS TJA. Other risk factors include presence of comorbidities and frailty. It is important to evaluate SDS TJA programs to ensure that they are safe and accessible for female arthroplasty patients. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, Retrospective Cohort Database Study.
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- Seper Ekhtiari
- From the Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Departmeny of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada (Ekhtiari), the Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Ekhtiari, Pincus, Lex, Tomescu, and Ravi), the Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Pincus, Tomescu, and Ravi), the ICES, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Pincus, Paterson, and Ravi), and the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Paterson)
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Ponugoti N, Magill H. Safety, efficacy and cost-effectiveness of outpatient versus inpatient joint arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2025; 26:349. [PMID: 40200196 PMCID: PMC11980136 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-025-08510-5] [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: 05/04/2024] [Accepted: 12/09/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2025] Open
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BACKGROUND The rise in the adoption of outpatient arthroplasty has been attributed to its cost-effectiveness, although safety concerns persist. In this meta-analysis, we compare inpatient and outpatient joint arthroplasty with a primary focus on readmission and complication rates, using exclusively high-quality prospective data. Cost-effectiveness was used as a secondary outcome measure. METHODS A literature search was performed in Medline, Embase and Cochrane Library from inception to October 2023. A predefined strategy was used to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis. Twelve studies were deemed eligible for inclusion. These were critically appraised using RoB analysis and MINORS criteria. Overall readmission rate, readmission rate for THA, readmission rate for TKA, complication rate and cost-analysis were selected as outcomes of interest. Forest plots were extracted using RevMan 5.3.5 software. RESULTS The twelve studies included 2470 patients, of which 1052 were outpatients and 1418 inpatient subjects undergoing arthroplasty. Forest plot analysis showed no significant difference in safety outcomes (readmission and complication rates). However, there were significantly lower costs in the outpatient group compared to the inpatient group. The results of the analysis were; overall readmission rate (Odds ratio 0.66; P= 0.29; I2=18%), readmission rate in THA (odds ratio 0.62; P=0.10; I2=51%), readmission rate in TKA (odds ratio 0.67; P=0.56; I2=0%), overall complication rate (odds ratio 0.77; P=0.12; I2=38%) and cost analysis (RR -2.88; P<0.00001; I2= 93%). CONCLUSIONS This meta-analysis demonstrates that outpatient total joint arthroplasty (TJA) is a safe option, when compared to inpatient surgery. However, it is clear that further prospective studies and long-term randomized clinical data are necessary for a more comprehensive understanding.
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- Nikhil Ponugoti
- The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, England, UK.
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Kostamo T, Watters J, Spence B, Faraji R, Eng J, Montgomery M. Same-day discharge pathway for elective total hip and knee arthroplasty patients: a quality improvement project at a Canadian community hospital. BMJ Open Qual 2025; 14:e003170. [PMID: 40164497 PMCID: PMC11962803 DOI: 10.1136/bmjoq-2024-003170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2024] [Accepted: 03/16/2025] [Indexed: 04/02/2025] Open
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Total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA) surgeries performed annually are increasing, with over $1.26 billion in hospital costs, according to the 2021/2022 Canadian Institute of Health Information report. A trend towards same-day surgery has helped support the rising demand for arthroplasty in an ageing population and has established evidence for patient safety and satisfaction.Burnaby Hospital sought to develop a same-day pathway to increase at-home recovery opportunities and associated recovery benefits. The aim was to increase the same-day discharge (SDD) rate for THA and TKA from 8% to 15% within a 12-month period.The project team used the Model for Improvement framework to guide the team in achieving the project aim. A series of Plan-Do-Study-Act cycles and ramps were conducted on five interventions: screening tool, focused arthroplasty same-day track automatisation, surgical and anaesthesia standardisation and patient education resources.The health authority's electronic health records (MEDITECH) were used to extract 18 months of baseline data. The data analysis software (SQCPack) was used to monitor the data throughout the project to assess its progress. The results of the SDD rate increased from 8% to 20% with a success rate of 82% SDD, while achieving a decrease in readmission rates to 4-7% from a baseline average of 7-8%. There was no increase in emergency room visits and readmission within 30 days for SDD when compared with the standard inpatient cases. Both staff and patients reported high levels of satisfaction.Driven by a working group creates success with clear goals, strong departmental collaboration, and substantial stakeholder and leadership support. The team viewed failures as learning opportunities to adapt new Plan-Do-Study-Act cycles and strategies for developing continuous improvement throughout the project's life cycle. Process automation was key for a sustainable path for improvements; this provided resiliency against changes from external and staffing pressures.
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MESH Headings
- Humans
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip/methods
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip/statistics & numerical data
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip/standards
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee/methods
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee/statistics & numerical data
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee/standards
- Patient Discharge/statistics & numerical data
- Patient Discharge/standards
- Quality Improvement
- Canada
- Elective Surgical Procedures/methods
- Elective Surgical Procedures/statistics & numerical data
- Elective Surgical Procedures/standards
- Hospitals, Community/statistics & numerical data
- Hospitals, Community/organization & administration
- Female
- Aged
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Ambulatory Surgical Procedures/methods
- Ambulatory Surgical Procedures/statistics & numerical data
- Ambulatory Surgical Procedures/standards
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- Tim Kostamo
- Orthopedic Surgery, Burnaby Hospital, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Burnaby Hospital, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Burnaby Hospital, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
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- Anesthesia, Burnaby Hospital, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
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- Quality Improvement, Fraser Health, Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
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Kenney SG, Shah KS, Tabbaa JM, Evans AS, Bugbee WD, Copp SN. Effectiveness of a Supervised Patient Ambulation Program in Reducing Fall Risk Following Total Joint Arthroplasty. J Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev 2025; 9:01979360-202503000-00002. [PMID: 40029994 PMCID: PMC11875583 DOI: 10.5435/jaaosglobal-d-24-00407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2024] [Accepted: 12/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2025]
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BACKGROUND Total hip arthroplasty and total knee arthroplasty rank among the most prevalent orthopaedic procedures performed globally. Early mobilization postarthroplasty reduces complications, shortens length of stay, and optimizes recovery. However, the incidence of falls remains high, leading to complications and increased costs. Ensuring patient safety during mobilization is critical to minimizing fall risks. METHODS In 2014, our institution created a supervised patient ambulation program called "No One Walks Alone" (NOWA). A retrospective review of patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty or total hip arthroplasty between 2011 and 2017 was conducted. The inclusion criteria spanned the preimplementation group (2011 to 2013) (N = 3069) and the postimplementation group (2015 to 2017) (N = 3947). Patients in the postimplementation group were enrolled in the "No One Walks Alone" supervised ambulation program. Data on patient demographics, procedures, hospital stay, fall rates, and postfall complications were collected. A logistic regression analysis was done to identify fall risk factors, and statistical analyses were used to compare outcomes between the patient groups. RESULTS Inpatient fall rates decreased from 2.5 to 1.0 per 1000 inpatient days between the preimplementation and postimplementation groups, respectively. The difference in fall rates between the two periods was statistically significant (P value < 0.002). Fall-related complications were notably reduced in the postimplementation group. In addition, the postimplementation group saw a statistically and clinically notable reduction in average length of stay in the hospital compared with the preimplementation group by 0.75 days (P value < 0.001). CONCLUSION Implementation of a supervised ambulation program was found to markedly reduce fall rates, length of stay, and fall-related complications, demonstrating the importance of proactive interventions to improve patient safety following arthroplasty.
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- Steven G. Kenney
- From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Dr. Kenney, Dr. Bugbee, and Dr. Copp); the Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education (SCORE) at Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Mr. Shah, Dr. Tabbaa, Ms. Evans); and the Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC (Mr. Shah)
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- From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Dr. Kenney, Dr. Bugbee, and Dr. Copp); the Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education (SCORE) at Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Mr. Shah, Dr. Tabbaa, Ms. Evans); and the Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC (Mr. Shah)
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- From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Dr. Kenney, Dr. Bugbee, and Dr. Copp); the Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education (SCORE) at Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Mr. Shah, Dr. Tabbaa, Ms. Evans); and the Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC (Mr. Shah)
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- From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Dr. Kenney, Dr. Bugbee, and Dr. Copp); the Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education (SCORE) at Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Mr. Shah, Dr. Tabbaa, Ms. Evans); and the Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC (Mr. Shah)
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- From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Dr. Kenney, Dr. Bugbee, and Dr. Copp); the Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education (SCORE) at Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Mr. Shah, Dr. Tabbaa, Ms. Evans); and the Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC (Mr. Shah)
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- From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Dr. Kenney, Dr. Bugbee, and Dr. Copp); the Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education (SCORE) at Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA (Mr. Shah, Dr. Tabbaa, Ms. Evans); and the Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC (Mr. Shah)
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Hoveidaei AH, Taghavi SP, Ghaseminejad-Raeini A, McClellan C, Ferrua P, Geurts J, Wassilew G, Bosco J, Citak M. Do Outpatient Knee or Hip Arthroplasties Improve Patient Outcomes? J Arthroplasty 2025; 40:S30-S35. [PMID: 39437865 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2024.10.080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2024] [Revised: 10/11/2024] [Accepted: 10/14/2024] [Indexed: 10/25/2024] Open
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- Amir Human Hoveidaei
- International Center for Limb Lengthening, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Prima Clinica Ortopedica ASST Gaetano Pini - CTO Università degli Studi di Milano
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- Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Trauma Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, University Medicine Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center, Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Helios ENDO-Klinik Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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Agnor BK, Knio ZO, Zuo Z. Living alone predicts non-home discharge post elective hip arthroplasty: A matched-pair cohort study. PLoS One 2025; 20:e0316024. [PMID: 39746111 PMCID: PMC11694960 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0316024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2024] [Accepted: 12/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/04/2025] Open
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The impact of home support and interaction with family members on recovery and perioperative outcomes remains unclear. We determined whether living alone was predictive of discharge disposition following total hip arthroplasty (THA). Data were from American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program participating hospitals in 2021. The primary endpoint was discharging disposition. A total of 1716 patients living alone and 3961 with others at home were identified. The 1:1 propensity-matched cohort included 3248 total patients (1624 in each group). On univariate analysis, living alone was associated with non-home discharge (22.0% [358/1624] vs. 10.5% [170/1623]; odds ratio [OR], 2.42 [95% CI, 1.98 to 2.94]; P < .001), need for services in those returning home (63.1% [799/1266] vs. 57.7% [839/1453]; OR, 1.25 [95% CI, 1.07 to 1.46]; P = .004), and increased length of hospital stay (2.05 vs. 1.72 days; mean difference, 0.34 [95% CI, 0.18 to 0.49]; P < .001). On multivariable analysis, living alone remained an independent predictor of non-home discharge (adjusted odds ratio, 2.84 [95% CI, 2.30 to 3.54]; c = 0.734). Thus, compared to propensity-matched THA patients with others at home, those living alone experience a much greater rate of non-home discharge and need for support.
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- Benjamin K. Agnor
- School of Medicine, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, United States of America
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia Health, Charlottesville, VA, United States of America
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia Health, Charlottesville, VA, United States of America
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Bailey DS, Daggubati L, Strausser S, Fritsche M, Lehman M, Rizk EB. Same-day discharge after intracranial shunt revision: a retrospective propensity-matched safety analysis. Childs Nerv Syst 2024; 41:56. [PMID: 39680171 DOI: 10.1007/s00381-024-06722-z] [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: 10/01/2024] [Accepted: 12/11/2024] [Indexed: 12/17/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Patients are often observed overnight after ventricular shunt revision for hydrocephalus. We believe that a same-day discharge after a shunt revision is safe in the appropriate population. The purpose of this study was to determine the appropriate patient population and the safety profile for a same-day discharge following a ventricular shunt revision. METHODS We conducted a retrospective chart review of all shunt revisions at a single center from 2014 to 2021. We compared rates of emergency department visits, hospitalization, and revision at 30 and 90 days between same-day discharge and control patients following shunt revision. Non-parametric, logistic regression, and chi-squared testing were performed to measure statistical significance with and without propensity score matching. RESULTS A total of 996 patients were examined, with 56 (5.6%) patients being discharged on the same day as the surgery. Patients with a same-day discharge were older, more likely to have distal shunt failure, more likely to have undergone scheduled surgery, and less likely to have visited the emergency department in the prior 30 days. Propensity score matching compared 29 revisions in each group; all covariates were non-significant (p > 0.05), and 30-day and 90-day outcomes were not significantly different the between same-day and non-same day discharge. CONCLUSIONS These findings validate the safety profile for the same-day discharge in post-operative shunt patients and describe our patient cohort's preferred characteristics. Scheduled, distal shunt failure patients are preferred for early discharge post-operatively. When validated by further studies, this would provide improved patient comfort and decreased healthcare expenses for a shunt failure.
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- David S Bailey
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Penn State University, Hershey, PA, USA.
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, George Washington University Hospital, Washington, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Penn State University, Hershey, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Penn State University, Hershey, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Penn State University, Hershey, PA, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Penn State University, Hershey, PA, USA
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Sershon RA, Ast MP, DeCook CA, Della Valle CJ, Hamilton WG. Advanced Concepts in Outpatient Joint Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2024; 39:S60-S64. [PMID: 38364880 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2024.02.015] [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: 12/22/2023] [Revised: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 02/18/2024] Open
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As the adoption and utilization of outpatient total joint arthroplasty continues to grow, key developments have enabled surgeons to safely and effectively perform these surgeries while increasing patient satisfaction and operating room efficiency. Here, the authors will discuss the evidence-based principles that have guided this paradigm shift in joint arthroplasty surgery, as well as practical methods for selecting appropriate candidates and optimizing perioperative care. There will be 5 core efficiency principles reviewed that can be used to improve organizational management, streamline workflow, and overcome barriers in the ambulatory surgery center. Finally, future directions in outpatient surgery at the ASC, including the merits of implementing robot assistance and computer navigation, as well as expanding indications for revision surgeries, will be debated.
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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Ohmori T, Fraval A, Hozack WJ. Ten Year Experience With Same Day Discharge Outpatient Total Hip Arthroplasty: Patient Demographics Changed, but Safe Outcomes Were Maintained. J Arthroplasty 2024; 39:2311-2315. [PMID: 38649063 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2024.04.050] [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: 11/24/2023] [Revised: 04/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to characterize changes in patient demographics and outcomes for same-day discharge total hip arthroplasty (THA) over a 10-year period at a single orthopaedic specialty hospital. METHODS A consecutive series of 1,654 patients between 2013 and 2022 who underwent unilateral THA and were discharged on the same calendar day were retrospectively reviewed. Patient demographics, including age, sex, body mass index (BMI), age-adjusted Charlson Comorbidity Index, and American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), were collected. Readmissions, complications, and unplanned visits were recorded for 90 days postoperatively. In order to compare the demographics of patients over time, patients were divided into 3 groups: Time Group A (2013 to 2016), Time Group B (2017 to 2019), and Time Group C (2020 to 2022). RESULTS The mean age, BMI, ASA score, and CCI increased significantly across each time group. Age increased from 57 years (range, 23 to 77) to 60 years (range, 20 to 87). The BMI increased from 28.1 (range, 18 to 41) to 29.4 (range, 18 to 47). The percentage of patients aged > 70 years almost doubled over time, as did the percentage of patients who had a BMI > 35. Overall complications increased from 3.44 to 6.82%, reflective of the changing health status of patients. Readmissions increased from 0.57 to 1.70% over time. Despite this, there were no readmissions for any patient within the first 24 hours of surgery. CONCLUSIONS Our study has 3 important findings. We identified a worsening patient demographic over time with an increasing percentage of patients of advanced age and higher BMI, ASA, and age-adjusted Charlson Comorbidity Index. Also, there was also an increase in readmissions, complications, and unplanned visits. In addition, despite this worsening patient demographic, there were no readmissions within 24 hours and a low rate of readmissions or unplanned visits within the first 48 hours across all time periods, suggesting that same-day discharge-THA continues to be safe in properly selected patients.
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- Takaaki Ohmori
- Rothman Institute Orthopaedics at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Rothman Institute Orthopaedics at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Rothman Institute Orthopaedics at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Treu EA, Blackburn BE, Archibeck MJ, Peters CL, Pelt CE, Gililland JM, Anderson LA. Risk Factors for Return to the Emergency Department and Readmission After Same-Day Discharge Total Joint Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2024; 39:1967-1973. [PMID: 38458335 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2024.02.074] [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: 09/26/2023] [Revised: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 03/10/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Same-day discharge (SDD) after total joint arthroplasty (TJA) is safe and cost effective. However, benefits may be offset by the potential cost of emergency department (ED) visits and readmissions. We identified risk factors for return to the ED and readmission in patients who underwent SDD and inpatient (IP) stays after TJA. METHODS We performed a retrospective review of patients who underwent primary TJA at an academic institution over the course of one year. There were 1,708 consecutive TJAs (721 THA [total hip arthroplasty] and 987 TKA [total knee arthroplasty]) included. A SDD occurred after 1,199 (70%) TJAs, 523 THAs, and 676 TKAs. We compared the demographics and comorbidities of patients who have SDD or IP who stayed following TJA. We documented rates of return to the ED or readmission within 90 days of surgery. Cohorts were compared using the Student's t-test or Chi-square test. Significant findings were those with P value < .05. RESULTS The SDD cohort had a significantly higher rate of young, non-White men who had a lower body mass index and fewer comorbidities than the IP cohort. Rates of return to ED and readmission were similar between SDD and IP cohorts after TJA and similar between THA and TKA. Factors that significantly influenced return to ED included a higher American Society of Anaesthesiologists score (SDD, IP), a higher Charlson Comorbidity Index score (SDD, IP), a lower body mass index (IP), and a psychological diagnosis (SDD, IP). Factors that significantly influenced readmission rates included a higher American Society of Anaesthesiologists score (SDD), older age (SDD), and psychological diagnosis (SDD, IP). CONCLUSIONS Patients who discharged the same day after primary TJA have similar rates of return to the ED and readmission as those admitted as an IP. Patients who had a psychological diagnosis, and particularly a diagnosis of depression, are at higher risk for return to the ED and readmission after primary TJA, regardless of discharge the same-day or IP admission. Improved measures that attempt to further treat and optimize this patient population could reduce unnecessary postoperative ED visits.
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- Emily A Treu
- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
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Yendluri A, Park J, Singh P, Rako K, Stern BZ, Poeran J, Chen DD, Moucha CS, Hayden BL. Oral Postoperative Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Outpatient Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty: Describing Current Practices. J Arthroplasty 2024; 39:1911-1916.e1. [PMID: 38657914 PMCID: PMC11262968 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2024.04.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2023] [Revised: 04/07/2024] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Despite an increase in outpatient total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA), large-scale data are lacking on current practice for antibiotic prophylaxis prescribing. We aimed to describe current oral antibiotic prophylaxis practices nationally for outpatient THA and TKA. METHODS This nationwide retrospective cohort study included primary outpatient THA or TKA procedures in patients aged 18 to 64 years from 2018 to 2021 using a national claims database. Oral antibiotic prescriptions filled perioperatively (defined as 5 days before to 3 days after surgery) were extracted; these were categorized and assumed to represent postoperative prophylaxis. Multivariable logistic regression measured associations between patient and surgery characteristics and perioperative oral antibiotic prophylaxis. Adjusted odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) are reported. RESULTS Oral antibiotic prescriptions were filled in 16.5% of 73,015 outpatient THA and TKA (18.4% of 24,857 THAs, 15.5% of 48,158 TKAs) procedures. Prescriptions were most often for cephalosporins (74.3%), with cephalexin (52.8%), and cefadroxil (19.1%) being the most common. Non-cephalosporin antibiotics prescribed were mainly clindamycin (6.8%), sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim (6.7%), and doxycycline (6.2%). The odds of receiving oral antibiotic prophylaxis were higher for THA compared to TKA (OR 1.13, 95% CI 1.09 to 1.18, P < .001) and in the presence of obesity, diabetes, and autoimmune conditions (OR 1.08 to 1.13, P < .001 to .01). Ambulatory surgery center procedures also had significantly increased odds of prophylaxis compared to hospital-based outpatient surgeries (OR 2.62, 95% CI 2.51 to 2.73, P < .001). Additionally, regional and time-based variations were noted. CONCLUSIONS Perioperative oral antibiotic prophylaxis prescriptions were filled in only 16.5% of outpatient THA and TKA cases, with variation in the type of antibiotic prescribed. The receipt of any prophylaxis and specific medications was associated with demographic, clinical, and procedure-related characteristics. Follow-up research will evaluate associations with infection risk reduction.
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- Avanish Yendluri
- Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopaedics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopaedics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopaedics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopaedics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopaedics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Institute for Healthcare Delivery Science, Department of Population Health Science and Policy, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopaedics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Institute for Healthcare Delivery Science, Department of Population Health Science and Policy, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopaedics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopaedics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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- Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopaedics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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Dubin J, Bains S, LaGreca M, Gilmor RJ, Hameed D, Nace J, Mont M, Lundy DW, Delanois RE. Assessing social disparities in inpatient vs. outpatient arthroplasty: a in-state database analysis. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY & TRAUMATOLOGY : ORTHOPEDIE TRAUMATOLOGIE 2024; 34:2413-2419. [PMID: 38625425 DOI: 10.1007/s00590-024-03922-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Given the growing emphasis on patient outcomes, including postoperative complications, in total joint arthroplasty (TJA), investigating the rise of outpatient arthroplasty is warranted. Concerns exist over the safety of discharging patients home on the same day due to increased readmission and complication rates. However, psychological benefits and lower costs provide an incentive for outpatient arthroplasty. The influence of social determinants of health disparities on outpatient arthroplasty remains unexplored. One metric that assesses social disparities, including the following individual components: socioeconomic status, household composition, minority status, and housing and transportation, is the Social Vulnerability Index (SVI). As such, we aimed to compare: (1) mean overall SVI and mean SVI for each component and (2) risk factors for total complications between patients undergoing inpatient and outpatient arthroplasty. METHODS Patients who underwent TJA between January 1, 2022 and December 31, 2022 were identified. Data were drawn from the Maryland State Inpatient Database (SID). A total of 7817 patients had TJA within this time period. Patients were divided into inpatient arthroplasty (n = 1429) and outpatient arthroplasty (n = 6338). The mean SVI was compared between inpatient and outpatient procedures for each themed score. The SVI identifies communities that may need support cause by external stresses on human health based on four themed scores: socioeconomic status; household composition and disability; minority status and language; and housing and transportation. The SVI uses the United States Census data to rank census tracts for each individual theme, as well as an overall social vulnerability score. The higher the SVI, the more social vulnerability, or resources needed to thrive in that area. Multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed to identify independent risk factors for total complications following TJA after controlling for risk factors and patient comorbidities. Total complications included: infection, aseptic loosening, dislocation, arthrofibrosis, mechanical complication, pain, and periprosthetic fracture. RESULTS Patients who had inpatient arthroplasty had higher overall SVI scores (0.45 vs. 0.42, P < 0.001). The SVI scores were higher for patients who had inpatient arthroplasty for socioeconomic status (0.36 vs. 0.32, P < 0.001), minority status and language (0.76 vs. 0.74, P < 0.001), and housing and transportation (0.53 vs. 0.50, P < 0.001) compared to outpatient arthroplasty, respectively. There was no difference between inpatient and outpatient arthroplasty for household composition and disability (0.41 vs. 0.41, P = 0.99). When controlling for comorbidities, inpatient arthroplasty [Odds Ratio (OR) 1.91, 95% Confidence Interval (CI) 1.23-2.95, P = 0.004], hypertension (OR 2.11, 95% CI 1.23-3.62, P = 0.007), and housing and transportation (OR 2.00, 95% CI 1.17-3.42, P = 0.012) were independent risk factors for total complications. CONCLUSION Inpatient arthroplasty was associated with increased social disparities across several components of deprivation as well as an independent risk factor total complications following TJA. To the best of our knowledge, this study is the first to examine the negative repercussions of inpatient arthroplasty through the lens of social disparities and can target specific areas for intervention.
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- Jeremy Dubin
- LifeBridge Health, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, 2401 West Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21215, USA
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- LifeBridge Health, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, 2401 West Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21215, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- LifeBridge Health, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, 2401 West Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21215, USA
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- LifeBridge Health, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, 2401 West Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21215, USA
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- LifeBridge Health, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, 2401 West Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21215, USA
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- LifeBridge Health, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, 2401 West Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21215, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Luke's University Health Network, Bethlehem, PA, USA
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- LifeBridge Health, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, 2401 West Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21215, USA.
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LaValva SM, Bovonratwet P, Chen AZ, Lebrun DG, Davie RA, Shen TS, Su EP, Ast MP. Frequency and Timing of Postoperative Complications After Outpatient Total Hip Arthroplasty. Arthroplast Today 2024; 27:101420. [PMID: 38966329 PMCID: PMC11222924 DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2024.101420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 04/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/06/2024] Open
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Background Although there have been several studies describing risk factors for complications after outpatient total hip arthroplasty (THA), data describing the timing of such complications is lacking. Methods Patients who underwent outpatient or inpatient primary THA were identified in the 2012-2019 National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database. For 9 different 30-day complications, the median postoperative day of diagnosis was determined. Multivariable regressions were used to compare the risk of each complication between outpatient vs inpatient groups. Multivariable Cox proportional hazards modeling was used to evaluate the differences in the timing of each adverse event between the groups. Results After outpatient THA, the median day of diagnosis for readmission was 12.5 (interquartile range 5-22), surgical site infection 15 (2-21), urinary tract infection 13.5 (6-19.5), deep vein thrombosis 13 (8-21), myocardial infarction 4.5 (1-7), pulmonary embolism 15 (8-25), sepsis 16 (9-26), stroke 2 (0-7), and pneumonia 6.5 (3-10). On multivariable regressions, outpatients had a lower relative risk (RR) of readmission (RR = 0.73), surgical site infection (RR = 0.72), and pneumonia (RR = 0.1), all P < .05. On multivariable cox proportional hazards modeling, there were no statistically significant differences in the timing of each complication between outpatient vs inpatient procedures (P > .05). Conclusions The timing of complications after outpatient THA was similar to inpatient procedures. Consideration should be given to lowering thresholds for diagnostic testing after outpatient THA for each complication during the at-risk time periods identified here. Although extremely rare, this is especially important for catastrophic adverse events, which tend to occur early after discharge.
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- Scott M. LaValva
- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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Richardson MK, Wier J, Liu KC, Mayfield CK, Vega AN, Lieberman JR, Heckmann ND. Same-Day Total Joint Arthroplasty in the United States From 2016 to 2020: The Impact of the Medicare Inpatient Only List and the COVID-19 Pandemic. J Arthroplasty 2024; 39:858-863.e2. [PMID: 37871863 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2023.10.025] [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: 04/24/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/14/2023] [Indexed: 10/25/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Same-day total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA) continue to gain popularity in the United States. The present study sought to quantify recent same-day outpatient trends taking into consideration the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the removal of these procedures from the Medicare inpatient only (IPO) list. METHODS Patients undergoing primary elective TKA and THA were identified using the Nationwide Ambulatory Surgery Sample and the National Inpatient Sample from January 1, 2016, to December 31, 2020. The same-day cohort included Nationwide Ambulatory Surgery Sample and National Inpatient Sample patients with a length of stay = 0 days. The inpatient cohort included patients with length of stay ≥1 day. National estimates were extrapolated using weight functions. RESULTS From January 2016 to December 2020, the proportion of same-day TKA increased from 1.2 (719) to 62.4% (31,293) and the proportion of same-day THA increased from 2.0 (599) to 54.5% (18,252). Following removal from the Medicare IPO list, same-day TKAs increased from 3.2% (1,895) in December 2017 to 13.8% (9,269) in January 2018, and same-day THAs increased from 10.7% (4,295) in December 2019 to 22.5% (8,708) in January 2020. Between February and March 2020, same-day TKAs increased from 42.4 (26,148) to 44.4% (16,972) and same-day THAs increased from 28.5 (10,729) to 30.2% (7,409). CONCLUSIONS The proportion of same-day TKA and THA dramatically increased following removal from the Medicare IPO list and in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. By December 2020, same-day TKA and THA accounted for >50% of all cases performed in the United States.
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- Mary K Richardson
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
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Smith TD, Wilson IR, Burnell C, Vernon J, Hedden DR, Turgeon TR. Multi-center experience with outpatient total hip arthroplasty via a standard posterolateral approach. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0292003. [PMID: 38483984 PMCID: PMC10939296 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0292003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2023] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND This study sought to evaluate the safety, efficacy, and resource utilization of a pilot outpatient surgery program for total hip arthroplasty compared to traditional inpatient total hip arthroplasty performed via the posterolateral approach. METHODS A cohort of 68 patients from two sites were enrolled in a regional pilot project for outpatient total hip arthroplasty (THA) and matched 1:1 against a cohort of patients undergoing routine inpatient THA. Data was extracted retrospectively from patient and hospital charts including adverse events (AE), readmission within 90 days, emergency room (ER) visits, patient calls, patient-reported outcome measures, length of stay, and multiple surgical variables. RESULTS The outpatient group had a mean hospital stay of 13 hours, whereas the inpatient group had a mean of 58 hours (p<0.001). Three outpatients and four inpatients experienced post-op complications. Three inpatients and one outpatient visited the ER within 8 weeks of surgery. No difference in pre-operative hemoglobin (p = 0.210), or surgical blood loss (p = 0.550) was found between study groups. There was no difference found between groups regarding Oxford-12 Hip Score improvement, nor satisfaction at six months, one and two years (p>0.125). CONCLUSION This study demonstrates that outpatient THA using the posterolateral approach is as safe and effective as inpatient THA for overall healthy and carefully screened patients, based on the low rate of AEs observed and similar patient outcomes reported. Significantly reduced time in hospital demonstrates the reduced healthcare resources associated with outpatient THA.
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- Thomas D. Smith
- Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Rady Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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- Fort Whyte Orthopedics, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Rady Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Rady Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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Patel S, Buller LT. Outpatient Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Can be Safe in Patients With Multiple Medical Comorbidities via Use of Evidence-Based Perioperative Protocols. HSS J 2024; 20:75-82. [PMID: 38356746 PMCID: PMC10863597 DOI: 10.1177/15563316231208431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2023] [Accepted: 06/02/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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- Sohum Patel
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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Ghoshal S, Salazar C, Duggan J, Howell C, Chen AF, Shah VM. Assessment of Patient Satisfaction and Outcomes After Outpatient Joint Arthroplasty in Academic Medical Centers. Arthroplast Today 2023; 24:101246. [PMID: 38205059 PMCID: PMC10776316 DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2023.101246] [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: 05/21/2023] [Revised: 08/26/2023] [Accepted: 09/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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Background There is limited literature evaluating patient satisfaction and outcomes after outpatient joint arthroplasty procedures in academic medical centers (AMCs). The aims of this study are to determine: (1) patients' desires to repeat their procedures and be discharged on the same day, (2) patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs), (3) time to discharge, (4) readmission rates, and (5) factors that predict PROMs in patients undergoing outpatient joint arthroplasty in AMCs. Methods A prospective survey was completed by 66 total hip arthroplasty (THA), 35 total knee arthroplasty (TKA), and 180 unicondylar knee arthroplasty (UKA) outpatients who underwent surgery from May 2018 to December 2020 in 2 AMCs. The survey consisted of questions regarding hip or knee PROMs (Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score for Joint Replacement, and Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score for Joint Replacement), satisfaction with outpatient procedures and discharges, and reasons for readmissions. Linear regression analysis was conducted with statistical significance set at P < .05. Results 100% of THA, 93.8% of TKA, and 93.0% of UKA outpatients stated that they would re-elect to undergo their respective procedure. Furthermore, 94% of THA, 81% of TKA, and 95% of UKA patients stated they would like same-day discharge again. THA, TKA, and UKA patients reported respective mean PROM scores of 94.7, 89.9, and 86.1. Readmission rates were 1.5%, 0.0%, and 0.5%, for THA, TKA, and UKA, respectively. Conclusions Patients who underwent outpatient joint arthroplasty procedures at 2 AMCs experienced minimal readmissions and reported a high desire to repeat their outpatient procedures.
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- Soham Ghoshal
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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Momtaz D, Ahmad F, Singh A, Song E, Slocum D, Ghali A, Abdelfattah A. Inpatient or outpatient total elbow arthroplasty: a comparison of patient populations and 30-day surgical outcomes from the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program. Clin Shoulder Elb 2023; 26:351-356. [PMID: 37994008 DOI: 10.5397/cise.2023.00486] [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: 06/18/2023] [Accepted: 08/04/2023] [Indexed: 11/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Total elbow arthroplasty (TEA) is uncommon, but growing in incidence. Traditionally an inpatient operation, a growing number are performed outpatient, consistent with general trends in orthopedic surgery. The aim of this study was to compare TEA outcomes between inpatient and outpatient surgical settings. Secondarily, we sought to identify patient characteristics that predict the operative setting. METHODS Patient data were collected from the American College of Surgeons National Quality Improvement Program. Preoperative variables, including patient demographics and comorbidities, were recorded, and baseline differences were assessed via multivariate regression to predict operative setting. Multivariate regression was also used to compare postoperative complications within 30 days. RESULTS A total of 468 patients, 303 inpatient and 165 outpatient procedures, were identified for inclusion. Hypoalbuminemia (odds ratio [OR], 2.5; P=0.029), history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder or pneumonia (OR, 2.4; P=0.029), and diabetes mellitus (OR, 2.5; P=0.001) were significantly associated with inpatient TEA, as were greater odds of any complication (OR, 4.1; P<0.001) or adverse discharge (OR, 4.5; P<0.001) and decreased odds of reoperation (OR, 0.4; P=0.037). CONCLUSIONS Patients undergoing inpatient TEA are generally more comorbid, and inpatient surgery is associated with greater odds of complications and adverse discharge. However, we found higher rates of reoperation in outpatient TEA. Our findings suggest outpatient TEA is safe, although patients with a higher comorbidity burden may require inpatient surgery. Level of evidence: III.
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- David Momtaz
- Department of Orthopaedics, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
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Santoro AJ, Post ZD, Thalody HS, Czymek MM, Ong AC, Ponzio DY. A Role for Outpatient Total Joint Arthroplasty During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Orthopedics 2023; 46:303-309. [PMID: 36921224 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20230310-06] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
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Outpatient total joint arthroplasty (TJA) gained favor during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our objective was to critically evaluate the safety and short-term outcomes of outpatient total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA) throughout the pandemic compared with pre-pandemic given their increased use. This was a retrospective review of 941 patients who underwent elective, outpatient TKA and THA at a single institution. Patients were divided into two cohorts: pre-pandemic (N=611) and pandemic (N=330). Data points included demographics, comorbidities, failure of same calendar day discharge (SCDD), and 90-day readmissions and re-operations. The pandemic cohort was older (61.0 vs 59.0 years; P=.001) and had a higher Charlson Comorbidity Index (2 vs 1; P=.004). There were no differences between the pandemic and pre-pandemic cohorts regarding SCDD failures (23.3% vs 21.9%; P=.623) and reoperations (4.2% vs 6.2%; P=.205). The pandemic cohort had a lower readmission rate (4.8% vs 8.2%; P=.056). Overall, patients who had failure of SCDD more commonly underwent TKA than THA (63.5% vs 36.5%; P<.001), were older (63.0 vs 58.5 years; P<.001), had a higher body mass index (30.8 vs 29.9 kg/m2; P=.006) and Charlson Comorbidity Index (2 vs 1; P<.001), had an American Society of Anesthesiologists class greater than 2 (51.2% vs 31.6%; P<.001), received physical therapy later postoperatively (4.15 vs 3.12 hours; P<.001), and had a history significant for myocardial infarction (P=.025), chronic kidney disease (P=.004), or diabetes (P=.003). This study supports broadening indications for outpatient TJA because we found a shift toward older patients with more comorbidities successfully undergoing the procedure. [Orthopedics. 2023;46(5):303-309.].
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Burnett RA, Serino J, Hur ES, Higgins JDD, Courtney PM, Della Valle CJ. Outpatient Total Knee Arthroplasty Shows Decreasing Complication Burden From 2010 to 2020. J Arthroplasty 2023; 38:1718-1725. [PMID: 36963527 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2023.03.049] [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: 12/18/2022] [Revised: 03/12/2023] [Accepted: 03/16/2023] [Indexed: 03/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The number of total knee arthroplasties (TKAs) performed on an outpatient basis continues to increase. The purpose of this study was to compare complication rates over the last decade to evaluate trends in the safety of outpatient TKA. METHODS Patients who underwent TKA from 2010 to 2020 from a large administrative claims database were retrospectively identified and stratified based on the year of surgery. Propensity-score matching was performed to match patients who were discharged within 24 hours of surgery to inpatients based on age, sex, comorbidity index, and year of surgery. Linear regression analyses were used to compare trends from 2010 to 2020. The 90-day adverse events in the early cohort (2010-2012) were compared to those in the late cohort (2018-2020) using multivariable regression analyses. Of the 547,137 patients in the sample, 28,951 outpatients (5.3%) were propensity matched to inpatients. RESULTS The incidence of outpatient TKA increased from 2010 to 2018 (1.9 versus 13.8%, P < .001). Despite a similar complication rate early (24.1 versus 22.6%, P = .164), outpatient TKA had fewer complications at the end of the study period (13.7 versus 16.7%, P < .001). Multivariate analyses demonstrated that the risk of any complication after outpatient TKA was lower than inpatient from 2018 to 2020 (odds ratio, 0.78; 95% confidence interval, 0.71-0.84). CONCLUSIONS Complications in both cohorts declined dramatically suggesting improvements in quality of care over time, with the greatest decline in patients undergoing outpatient surgery. These results suggest that outpatient TKA today is not higher risk for the patient than inpatient TKA. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III.
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- Robert A Burnett
- 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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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute at Thomas Jefferson Univeristy, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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Sawires AN, Weiner TR, Shah RP, Geller JA, Cooper HJ. Is It Necessary to Wake Patients for Overnight Vital Signs Following Total Joint Arthroplasty? Orthop Nurs 2023; 42:243-248. [PMID: 37494904 DOI: 10.1097/nor.0000000000000957] [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: 07/28/2023] Open
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Benefits of sleep are well-established in postoperative recovery; however, patients undergoing total joint arthroplasty (TJA) often experience poor sleep during hospitalization. While multifactorial, among the major reasons are the frequent and ritualized overnight vital sign checks. In the absence of data in support of or against this practice, we asked whether it remains necessary. We retrospectively analyzed a cohort of 419 primary TJA patients. Demographics, comorbidities, operative, and vital sign data were collected through postoperative Day 3. Correlation between daytime (6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) and nighttime (10:01 p.m. to 5:59 a.m.) vitals was examined. The vast majority of nighttime vitals fell within normal ranges, including O2 saturation (O2; 99.4%), temperature (TEMP; 97.8%), heart rate (HR; 87.5%), systolic blood pressure (SBP; 85.8%), and diastolic blood pressure (DBP; 84.4%). Predictors of abnormal nighttime vitals included American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score (abnormal SBP; odds ratio [OR] 1.64, p = .045), obesity (abnormal DBP; OR: 0.37, p = .011), and smoking status (elevated temperature; OR: 2.79, p = .042). Estimated blood loss was predictive of an abnormal nighttime TEMP (OR: 1.002; p < .001). Postoperatively, there were several correlations between abnormal daytime and nighttime vitals, including SBP (OR: 6.23, p < .001), DBP (OR: 4.31, p < .001), and HR (OR: 10.35; p < .001). Of the 419 patients, only 9 (2.1%) received any intervention based on abnormal nighttime vitals. Each exhibited daytime vital sign abnormalities prior to the abnormal nighttime readings. Patients with abnormal nighttime vitals can be predicted on the basis of medical comorbidities and abnormal daytime vitals. These findings suggest that healthy post-TJA patients with normal daytime vitals may not need to be routinely woken at night.
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- Andrew N Sawires
- Andrew N. Sawires, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Travis R. Weiner, BS, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Roshan P. Shah, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Jeffrey A. Geller, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- H. John Cooper, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Andrew N. Sawires, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Travis R. Weiner, BS, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Roshan P. Shah, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Jeffrey A. Geller, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- H. John Cooper, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Andrew N. Sawires, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Travis R. Weiner, BS, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Roshan P. Shah, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Jeffrey A. Geller, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- H. John Cooper, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Andrew N. Sawires, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Travis R. Weiner, BS, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Roshan P. Shah, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Jeffrey A. Geller, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- H. John Cooper, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Andrew N. Sawires, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Travis R. Weiner, BS, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Roshan P. Shah, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- Jeffrey A. Geller, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
- H. John Cooper, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
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Shen TS, Rodriguez S, LeBrun DG, Yu JS, Gonzalez Della Valle A, Ast MP, Rodriguez JA. Reasons and Risk Factors for Failed Same-Day Discharge After Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2023; 38:668-672. [PMID: 36332890 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2022.10.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2022] [Revised: 10/24/2022] [Accepted: 10/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND As ambulatory total knee arthroplasty (TKA) becomes increasingly common, unplanned admission after surgery presents a challenge for the health care system. Studies evaluating the reasons and risk factors for this occurrence are limited. We sought to evaluate the reasons for unplanned admission after surgery and identify risk factors associated with this occurrence. METHODS Patients registered in an institutional ambulatory joint arthroplasty program who underwent a TKA from 2017-2020 were retrospectively reviewed. The criteria for enrollment include candidates for unilateral TKA between the ages of 18 and 70 years, with a body mass index (BMI) of less than 35, and appropriate social and material support at home. Patients who had certain comorbidities including coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, and opioid dependence were not eligible. A total of 274 patients who underwent TKA with planned same-day discharge (SDD) were identified in the medical record and reviewed. In this cohort, 140 patients (51.1%) were discharged on the day of surgery and 134 patients (48.9%) required a minimum 1-night admission. Demographics, comorbidities, and perioperative data were collected. Factors associated with failed SDD were identified using multivariate logistic regression. RESULTS The most common reasons for failed SDD were failure to meet ambulation goals (25%) and logistical issues related to a late-day case (19%). Risk factors for failed SDD include general anesthesia (odds ratio (OR) 12.60, P = .047), procedure start time after 11:00 am (OR 5.16, P < .001), highest postoperative pain score >8 (visual analogue scale, OR 5.78, P = .001). Willingness to accept a higher pain threshold before discharge (visual analogue scale 4 to 10) was associated with successful SDD (OR 3.0, P < .001). Age and American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classification were not associated with failed SDD. CONCLUSIONS The most common reasons for failed SDD were related to logistical issues and postoperative mobilization. Risk factors for failed SDD involve case timing and pain control. Modifiable perioperative factors may play an important role in successful SDD after TKA.
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- Tony S Shen
- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Weill Cornell Medicine, Cornell University, New York, New York
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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An Increase in Same-day Discharge After Total Joint Arthroplasty During the COVID-19 Pandemic Does Not Influence Patient Outcomes: A Retrospective Cohort Analysis. Arthroplast Today 2023; 20:101115. [PMID: 36776732 PMCID: PMC9905097 DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2023.101115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/29/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
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Background The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic caused major transitions in total joint arthroplasty (TJA), notably with the increased utilization of same-day discharge (SDD) pathways. This study assessed the effect of accelerated discharge pathways following the resumption of elective cases during the COVID-19 pandemic on SDD rates, adverse events, and characteristics associated with successful SDD following total hip and total knee arthroplasty. Methods This retrospective study split patients into cohorts: TJA prior to COVID-19 (pre-COVID, July 2019-December 2019) and TJA following the resumption of elective surgeries (post-COVID, July 2020-December 2020). Patient characteristics such as age, sex, body mass index, American Society of Anesthesiologists score, and pertinent comorbidities were analyzed, and length of stay, 30-day emergency department (ED) visit rates, readmissions, and reoperations were compared. Results A total of 1333 patients met inclusion criteria that were divided into pre-COVID (692) and post-COVID (641) cohorts. The pre-COVID group had a median age of 69 years (interquartile range 63-76), and the post-COVID group had a median age of 68 years (interquartile range 61-75) (P = .024). SDD increased from 0.1% to 28.9% (P < .001), and length of stay decreased from 1.3 days to 0.89 days (P < .001). There was no change in 30-day ED visits, readmissions, or reoperations (P = .817, P = .470, and P = .643, respectively). There was no difference in ED visits, readmissions, or reoperations in SDD patients. The odds of SDD were associated with age (P < .001, odds ratio [OR] = 0.94), body mass index (P = .006, OR = 0.95), male sex (P < .001, OR = 1.83), and history of tobacco use (P < .001, OR = 1.87). Conclusions At our institution, the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the utilization of SDD pathways without increasing ED visits, readmissions, or reoperations.
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Metoxen AJ, Ferreira AC, Zhang TS, Harrington MA, Halawi MJ. Hospital Readmissions After Total Joint Arthroplasty: An Updated Analysis and Implications for Value-Based Care. J Arthroplasty 2023; 38:431-436. [PMID: 36126887 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2022.09.015] [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: 06/07/2022] [Revised: 09/12/2022] [Accepted: 09/13/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND While risk factors have been published for readmissions following primary total joint arthroplasty, little is known about the etiology of those costly adverse events. In this study, we sought to identify the reasons for 30-day readmission following primary total joint arthroplasty in a contemporary national patient sample. METHODS The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program was queried to identify 367,199 patients who underwent primary total knee (TKA) or hip arthroplasty (THA) between 2011 and 2018. The primary outcomes were the annual rates of 30-day readmissions and the causes of those readmissions. RESULTS The 30-day readmission rate trended downward from 4.5% in 2011 to 3.3% in 2018. Medical complications accounted for 52.6% and 38.5% of readmissions following TKA and THA, respectively. Diseases of the circulatory system, abnormal laboratory values, and diseases of the digestive system were the leading causes of medical readmissions. Surgical complications accounted for 37.7% and 50.7% of readmissions following TKA and THA, respectively. Surgical site infections/wound disruption and venous thromboembolism were the leading two causes of surgical readmissions for THA and TKA. Prosthetic complications-namely dislocations and periprosthetic fractures-were the third leading cause of surgical readmissions for THA. For TKA, musculoskeletal conditions-namely pain and hematoma-were the third leading cause of surgical readmissions. CONCLUSION Medical complications accounted for half of all TKA readmissions and more than a third of THA readmissions. This could penalize institutions participating in value-based payment programs or dissuade others who are considering participation in such programs.
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- Alexander J Metoxen
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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Knio ZO, Clancy PW, Zuo Z. Effect of spinal versus general anesthesia on thirty-day outcomes following total hip arthroplasty: A matched-pair cohort analysis. J Clin Anesth 2023; 87:111083. [PMID: 36848778 DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2023.111083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2023] [Accepted: 02/17/2023] [Indexed: 02/27/2023]
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STUDY OBJECTIVE It has not yet been established whether total hip arthroplasty complications are associated with anesthetic technique (spinal versus general). This study assessed the effect of spinal versus general anesthesia on health care resource utilization and secondary endpoints following total hip arthroplasty. DESIGN Propensity-matched cohort analysis. SETTING American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program participating hospitals from 2015 to 2021. PATIENTS Patients undergoing elective total hip arthroplasty (n = 223,060). INTERVENTIONS None. MEASUREMENTS The a priori study duration was 2015 to 2018 (n = 109,830). The primary endpoint was 30-day unplanned resource utilization, namely readmission and reoperation. Secondary endpoints included 30-day wound complications, systemic complications, bleeding events, and mortality. The impact of anesthetic technique was investigated with univariate analyses, multivariable analyses, and survival analyses. MAIN RESULTS The 1:1 propensity-matched cohort included 96,880 total patients (48,440 in each anesthesia group) from 2015 to 2018. On univariate analysis, spinal anesthesia was associated with a lower incidence of unplanned resource utilization (3.1% [1486/48440] vs 3.7% [1770/48440]; odds ratio [OR], 0.83 [95% CI, 0.78 to 0.90]; P < .001), systemic complications (1.1% [520/48440] vs 1.5% [723/48440]; OR, 0.72 [95% CI, 0.64 to 0.80]; P < .001), and bleeding events requiring transfusion (2.3% [1120/48440] vs 4.9% [2390/48440]; OR, 0.46 [95% CI, 0.42 to 0.49]; P < .001). On multivariable analysis, spinal anesthesia remained an independent predictor of unplanned resource utilization (adjusted odds ratio [AOR], 0.84 [95% CI, 0.78 to 0.90]; c = 0.646), systemic complications (AOR, 0.72 [95% CI, 0.64 to 0.81]; c = 0.676), and bleeding events (AOR, 0.46 [95% CI, 0.42 to 0.49]; c = 0.686). Hospital length of stay was also shorter in the spinal anesthesia cohort (2.15 vs 2.24 days; mean difference, -0.09 [95% CI, -0.12 to -0.07]; P < .001). Similar findings were observed in the cohort from 2019 to 2021. CONCLUSIONS Total hip arthroplasty patients receiving spinal anesthesia experience favorable outcomes compared to propensity-matched general anesthesia patients.
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- Ziyad O Knio
- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia Health, Charlottesville, VA, United States of America
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- School of Medicine, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, United States of America
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Virginia Health, Charlottesville, VA, United States of America.
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Varady NH, Amen TB, Rudisill SS, Adcock K, Bovonratwet P, Ast MP. Same-Day Discharge Total Knee Arthroplasty in Octogenarians. J Arthroplasty 2023; 38:96-100. [PMID: 35985540 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2022.08.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2022] [Revised: 08/03/2022] [Accepted: 08/07/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND One of the most important aspects of the transition to outpatient (OP) arthroplasty is patient selection, with guidance traditionally recommending that OP total knee arthroplasty (TKA) be reserved for patients <80 years old. However, there are limited data as to whether older age should really be considered a contraindication to OP-TKA. The purpose of this study is to assess the risk of complications and readmissions following OP-TKA in patients ≥80 years old. METHODS This is a retrospective, propensity-matched cohort study of the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database from 2011 to 2019. Patients ≥80 years undergoing OP (same-day discharge) TKA were propensity matched to patients ≥80 years undergoing inpatient (IP) TKA based on age, gender, race, body mass index, American Society of Anesthesiologists classification, functional status, smoking status, anesthetic type, and medical comorbidities. There were 1,418 patients (709 IPs and 709 OPs) included. All baseline factors were successfully matched between IP-TKA versus OP-TKA (P ≥ .18 for all). Thirty-day complications, readmissions, reoperations, and mortality were subsequently analyzed. RESULTS Thirty-day readmission rates were identical between patients undergoing IP-TKA and OP-TKA (3.5% versus 3.5%, P = 1.0). Similarly, there was no significant difference in the incidence of major complications (2.7% versus 2.0%, P = .38), reoperations (1.3% versus 0.8%, P = .44), or mortalities (0.3% versus 0.3%, P = 1.0) within 30 days. CONCLUSION Octogenarians undergoing OP-TKA had comparable complication rates to similar patients undergoing IP-TKA. OP-TKA can be performed safely in select octogenarians and age ≥80 years likely does not need to be a uniform contraindication to OP-TKA.
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- Nathan H Varady
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, New York
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- University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle, Washington
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York, New York
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Successful same-day discharge in 88% of patients after unicompartmental knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2023; 31:946-962. [PMID: 35951077 PMCID: PMC9366132 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-022-07094-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2022] [Accepted: 07/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of day-case unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) by assessment of successful same-day discharge (SDD), readmission, complication and reoperation rates in the recent literature. METHODS For this systematic review and meta-analysis, PubMed, Embase and Cochrane Library were comprehensively searched to identify all eligible studies reporting outcomes of day-case UKA. Studies with intended same-day home discharge after UKA were included. A meta-analysis of proportions, using a random-effects model, was performed to estimate overall rates of successful SDD and adverse events. Subgroup analyses were performed for studies including selected patients (i.e., patients had to meet certain patient-specific criteria to be eligible for day-case UKA) and unselected patients (i.e., no additional criteria for day-case UKA), as well as for clinical and registry-based studies. Additional outcomes included reasons for the failure of SDD and patient satisfaction. RESULTS A total of 29 studies and 9694 patients were included with a mean age of 66 ± 9 years and mean follow-up of 59 days (mean range 30-270 days). Based on 24 studies (2733 patients), the overall successful SDD rate was 88% (95% confidence interval [CI] 80-92). These rates were 91% (95% CI 84-95) across studies with selected patients and 76% (95% CI 55-89) across studies with unselected patients. Overall readmission, complication and reoperation rates were 3% (95% CI 1.9-4.4), 4% (95% CI 2.8-5.2) and 1% (95% CI 0.8-1.3), respectively. Inability to mobilize, nausea and uncontrolled pain were frequently reported reasons for failed SDD. The overall patient satisfaction rate was 94%. CONCLUSION This systematic review with meta-analysis found an overall successful SDD rate of 88% after UKA in a heterogeneous cohort of selected and unselected patients. Readmission, complication and reoperation rates suggest UKA can be performed safely and effectively as a same-day discharge procedure. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, systematic review of level III and IV studies.
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Coviello A, Bernasconi A, Balato G, Spasari E, Ianniello M, Mariconda M, Vargas M, Iacovazzo C, Smeraglia F, Tognù A, Servillo G. Positioning the Catheter Tip Anterior or Posterior to the Saphenous Nerve in Continuous Adductor Canal Block: A Mono-Centric Retrospective Comparative Study. Local Reg Anesth 2022; 15:97-105. [PMID: 36601486 PMCID: PMC9807124 DOI: 10.2147/lra.s383601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2022] [Accepted: 12/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Background and Aim Ultrasound-guided continuous adductor canal block (cACB) is a conventional choice in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA) for the management of the postoperative pain. This study aims to compare different catheter tip locations for cACB relative to the saphenous nerve (anteriorly vs posteriorly) in terms of efficacy and complications. Methods At the department of Surgical Sciences, Orthopedic Trauma and Emergencies of the University of Naples Federico II (Naples, Italy), between January 2020 and November 2021, retrospective comparative study was executed. Patients planned for TKA were included in the study if they met the follow inclusion criteria: patients undergone TKA; aged 50-85 years; body mass index (BMI) of 18-35 kg/m2; American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status classification from I to III; subarachnoid technique for anesthesiology plane; continuous adductor canal block performed by an anesthetist with considerable experience. Patients were assigned to receive cACB with the catheter tip located anteriorly (Group 1, G1) or posteriorly to the saphenous nerve (Group 2, G2). Postoperative pain, ambulation ability, episodes of pump block and rate of catheter dislodgement and leakage were evaluated and analyzed. Results Altogether, 102 patients were admitted to the study (48 in G1 and 54 in G2). After the first 8 postoperative hours, in G1 17 patients (35.4%) had a VAS greater than 4, while in group 2 only 3 patients (5.6%) had a VAS greater than 4 (p-value <0.01). All patients of both groups showed ambulation ability in the postoperative period. No episode of leakage was recorded. While the catheter displacement rate was similar in the two groups (2.1% for G1 vs 3.7% for G2; p-value >0.05), the episodes of pump block were significantly less in G2 than in G1 (3.7% vs 20.8%; p-value <0.01). Conclusion In cACB for TKA, we found that positioning the catheter tip posteriorly to the saphenous nerve may lead to a greater postoperative analgesia and reduce the risk of pump block compared to placing the catheter tip anteriorly to the nerve.
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- Antonio Coviello
- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Naples, 80100, Italy,Correspondence: Antonio Coviello, Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Via Vitruvio, 3, Naples, 80100, Italy, Email
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- Department of Public Health, School of Medicine, University of Naples “Federico II”, Unit of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, School of Medicine, University of Naples “Federico II”, Unit of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Naples, 80100, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Naples, 80100, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, School of Medicine, University of Naples “Federico II”, Unit of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Naples, 80100, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Naples, 80100, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, School of Medicine, University of Naples “Federico II”, Unit of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli IRCCS, Bologna, 40136, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University of Naples “Federico II”, Naples, 80100, Italy
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Abella MKIL, Ezeanyika CN, Finlay AK, Amanatullah DF. Identifying Risk Factors for Complication and Readmission with Same-Day Discharge Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2022; 38:1010-1015.e2. [PMID: 36572233 PMCID: PMC9783142 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2022.12.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2022] [Revised: 12/15/2022] [Accepted: 12/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The COVID-19 pandemic caused a surge of same-day discharge (SDD) for total joint arthroplasty. However, SDD may not be beneficial for all patients. Therefore, continued investigation into the safety of SDD is necessary as well as risk stratification for improved patient outcomes. METHODS This retrospective cohort study examined 31,851 elective SDD hip and knee arthroplasties from 2016 to 2020 in a large national database. Logistic regression models were used to identify patient variables and preoperative comorbidities that contribute to postoperative complication or readmission with SDD. Adjusted odds ratios (AOR) and 95% confidence intervals (CI) were calculated. RESULTS SDD increased from 1.4% in 2016 to 14.6% in 2020. SDD is associated with lower odds of readmission (AOR: 0.994, CI: 0.992-0.996) and postoperative complications (AOR: 0.998, CI: 0.997-1.000). Patients who have preoperative dyspnea (AOR: 1.03, CI: 1.02-1.04, P < .001), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AOR: 1.02, CI: 1.01-1.03, P = .002), and hypoalbuminemia (AOR: 1.02, CI: 1.00-1.03, P < .001), had higher odds of postoperative complications. Patients who had preoperative dyspnea (AOR: 1.02, CI: 1.01-1.03), hypertension (AOR: 1.01, CI: 1.01-1.03, P = .003), chronic corticosteroid use (AOR: 1.02, CI: 1.01-1.03, P < .001), bleeding disorder (AOR: 1.02; CI: 1.01-1.03, P < .001), and hypoalbuminemia (AOR: 1.01, CI: 1.00-1.02, P = .038), had higher odds of readmission. CONCLUSION SDD is safe with certain comorbidities. Preoperative screening for cardiopulmonary comorbidities (eg, dyspnea, hypertension, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), chronic corticosteroid use, bleeding disorder, and hypoalbuminemia may improve SDD outcomes.
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- Maveric K I L Abella
- Stanford University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Redwood City, California; University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine, Honolulu, Hawaii
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- Stanford University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Redwood City, California; Northeast Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, Ohio
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- Stanford University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Redwood City, California
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- Stanford University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Redwood City, California
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Hammerberg EM, Tucker NJ, Stacey SC, Mauffrey C, Heare A, Verduzco LA, Parry JA. Institution of same-day total joint replacement at an urban safety net hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic. J Orthop 2022; 34:173-177. [PMID: 36060728 PMCID: PMC9422337 DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2022.08.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2022] [Revised: 08/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Background Increasingly, total hip and total knee replacements are being performed at outpatient ambulatory surgery centers. The purpose of this study was to investigate the feasibility and safety of instituting a same-day surgery program for hip and knee replacement at an urban, safety net hospital. Methods Retrospective review of a prospectively collected registry for all patients scheduled for same-day total joint replacement at a safety net hospital was performed. Medical records were reviewed for patient demographics, same-day hospital admissions, and 30-day emergency room/hospital admissions. Results 131 same-day total joint replacements were identified, including 76 knees and 55 hips. Median ASA was 3, and median Charlson comorbidity score was 2. Rate of same-day surgery for total joint replacements increased from 4.5% in September 2020 to 100% in September 2021. On major patient outcomes, 3.8% of patients (n = 5) required conversion to inpatient admission. Rate of 30-Day Emergency Department (ED) visits was 13.0% (n = 17). Most common complaints included postoperative pain (n = 10), incision drainage/edema/hematoma (n = 9), and cellulitis (n = 2). 30-Day Hospital Readmissions occurred in 1.5% of patients (n = 2). Conclusion Same-day hip and knee replacement can be performed safely at a safety net hospital. Unlike dedicated high-volume orthopedic hospitals or outpatient surgery centers, urban safety net hospitals face a different set of challenges and must care for a wide variety of patients who do not plan for their illness and/or may not be able to pay for their care. Outpatient total joint replacement may extend total joint replacement to patients who might not have access otherwise.
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- E. Mark Hammerberg
- Denver Health Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, 777 Bannock St, Denver, CO, 80204, USA
- University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics, CU Anschutz Academic Office One, 12631 East 17th Avenue, #4602, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
- Corresponding author. Denver Health Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery , 777 Bannock St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
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- Denver Health Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, 777 Bannock St, Denver, CO, 80204, USA
- University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics, CU Anschutz Academic Office One, 12631 East 17th Avenue, #4602, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
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- Denver Health Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, 777 Bannock St, Denver, CO, 80204, USA
- University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics, CU Anschutz Academic Office One, 12631 East 17th Avenue, #4602, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
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- Denver Health Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, 777 Bannock St, Denver, CO, 80204, USA
- University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics, CU Anschutz Academic Office One, 12631 East 17th Avenue, #4602, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
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- Denver Health Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, 777 Bannock St, Denver, CO, 80204, USA
- University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics, CU Anschutz Academic Office One, 12631 East 17th Avenue, #4602, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
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- Denver Health Medical Center, Department of Anesthesiology, USA
- University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology, USA
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- Denver Health Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, 777 Bannock St, Denver, CO, 80204, USA
- University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics, CU Anschutz Academic Office One, 12631 East 17th Avenue, #4602, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
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Deans CF, Buller LT, Ziemba-Davis M, Meneghini RM. Same-Day Discharge Following Aseptic Revision and Conversion Total Joint Arthroplasty: A Single-Institution Experience. Arthroplast Today 2022; 17:159-164. [PMID: 36158463 PMCID: PMC9493283 DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2022.07.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2022] [Revised: 06/21/2022] [Accepted: 07/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Background With hospital inpatient capacity increasingly limited and primary total joint arthroplasty (TJA) rapidly transitioning to outpatient settings, the feasibility of outpatient aseptic revision and conversion TJA (rTJA) has been considered. Before the widespread adoption of outpatient rTJA, guidelines must be established to prevent patient harm. To this end, this study describes our initial experience with same-day-discharge (SDD) aseptic rTJA. Methods All aseptic rTJAs performed between May 8, 2015, and December 30, 2021, were retrospectively reviewed. Revision indications, patient selection criteria, and outcomes including SDD success rate, predischarge complications, all-cause emergency department visits, inpatient readmissions, and unplanned clinic encounters within 90 days of surgery were recorded. Results Thirty-five SDD aseptic rTJAs were performed. Conversion total hip arthroplasty (55.0%) and instability (27.3%) were the most common indications for hip revision. Instability (50%) and conversion total knee arthroplasty (20.8%) were most common for knee revision. SDD was achieved in 97% (34/35) of cases. One hip patient failed SDD due to persistent hypoxia requiring an overnight hospital stay and also underwent closed reduction for dislocation in the emergency department within 90 days of discharge. Two additional patients had unplanned clinic encounters within 90 days of the index procedure. There were no hospital readmissions or reoperations within 90 days. Conclusions Our initial experience suggests SDD aseptic rTJA can be safe and effective when modern perioperative outpatient protocols and surgical techniques are implemented. Future studies should further define patient selection criteria to optimize outcomes and minimize complications in this population.
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Gong S, Yi Y, Wang R, Han L, Gong T, Wang Y, Shao W, Feng Y, Xu W. Outpatient total knee and hip arthroplasty present comparable and even better clinical outcomes than inpatient operation. Front Surg 2022; 9:833275. [PMID: 36147695 PMCID: PMC9485540 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.833275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2022] [Accepted: 08/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background The purpose of this study was to compare total complications, complications stratified by type, readmissions, and reoperations at 30 and 90 days after outpatient and standard inpatient total knee and total hip arthroplasty (TKA, THA). Methods A literature search was conducted from the PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Embase databases for articles published before 20 August 2021. The types of studies included prospective randomized controlled trials, prospective cohort studies, retrospective comparative studies, retrospective reviews of THA and TKA registration databases, and observational case-control studies. Comparisons of interest included total complications, complications stratified by type, readmissions, and reoperations at 30 and 90 days. The statistical analysis was performed using Review Manager 5.3. Results Twenty studies with 582,790 cases compared relevant postoperative indicators of outpatient and inpatient total joint arthroplasty (TJA) (TKA and THA). There was a significant difference in the total complications at 30 days between outpatient and inpatient THA (p = 0.001), readmissions following TJA (p = 0.03), readmissions following THA (p = 0.001), stroke/cerebrovascular incidents following TJA (p = 0.01), cardiac arrest following TJA (p = 0.007), and blood transfusions following TJA (p = 0.003). The outcomes showed an obvious difference in 90-day total complications between outpatient and inpatient TJA (p = 0.01), readmissions following THA (p = 0.002), and surgical-related pain following TJA (p < 0.001). We did not find significant differences in the remaining parameters. Conclusion Outpatient procedures showed comparable and even better outcomes in total complications, complications stratified by type, readmissions, and reoperations at 30 and 90 days compared with inpatient TJA for selected patients.
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- Song Gong
- Department of Orthopedics, The Central Hospital of Wuhan, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430014, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
- Correspondence: Yong Feng Weihua Xu
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- Department of Orthopedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China
- Correspondence: Yong Feng Weihua Xu
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Sattler L, Kisaloff L, Cragnolini T, Peters R, Hing W. A comparison of functional outcomes following inpatient versus outpatient hip or knee arthroplasty. J Orthop Surg Res 2022; 17:372. [PMID: 35918770 PMCID: PMC9344712 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-022-03270-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2022] [Accepted: 07/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The length of hospital stay after lower limb arthroplasty has rapidly decreased in the last decade, largely in part due to the rise of improved perioperative protocols, but also as a response to the increased economic demand associated with the rapid growth in hip and knee arthroplasty procedures. In line with this, the development of a new pathway after lower limb arthroplasty that allows for the surgery to be performed in an outpatient setting and permits for same-day discharge after the procedure is increasingly being offered. Although costs and complications between the inpatient and outpatient models have been compared, there appears to be little known about the effects on a patient's physical function after undergoing hip or knee outpatient arthroplasty. Therefore, this systematic review aims to explore the available evidence for the effect on functional outcomes following inpatient versus outpatient hip or knee arthroplasty. METHODS This systematic review adhered to the PRISMA guidelines and was prospectively registered ( https://osf.io/8bfae/ ). An electronic search of three online databases (PubMed, CINAHL and EMBASE) was conducted to identify eligible studies. All studies investigating inpatient and outpatient comparator groups, for a population of patients undergoing hip or knee arthroplasty, that assessed one or more functional outcomes, were included. A methodological quality appraisal was undertaken for the final studies contained in this review. A narrative synthesis of results is described along with quantitative outcomes presented in tables and figures. RESULTS A total of seven studies containing 1,876 participants were included in this review. Four studies assessed a THA population, two assessed TKA and one assessed both. Functional outcomes varied, with 20 different functional outcomes utilised, of which 18 were patient-reported tools. Results of functional outcomes offered mixed support for both inpatient and outpatient pathways. CONCLUSIONS The results of this review suggest that outpatient or inpatient pathway selection for hip or knee arthroplasty should not be based on the superiority of functional outcomes alone. However, given there is growing evidence in support of an outpatient pathway in select patients with respect to cost savings and without any increase in complications, it could be proposed that an equivalency of post-operative function between the two settings makes same-day discharge favourable. Publicly registered with Open Science Framework ( https://osf.io/8bfae/ ).
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- Larissa Sattler
- Bond Institute of Health and Sport, Bond University, 2 Promethean Way, Robina, QLD 4226 Australia
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- Bond Institute of Health and Sport, Bond University, 2 Promethean Way, Robina, QLD 4226 Australia
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- Bond Institute of Health and Sport, Bond University, 2 Promethean Way, Robina, QLD 4226 Australia
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- Bond Institute of Health and Sport, Bond University, 2 Promethean Way, Robina, QLD 4226 Australia
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- Bond Institute of Health and Sport, Bond University, 2 Promethean Way, Robina, QLD 4226 Australia
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Singh V, Realyvasquez J, Simcox T, Lajam CM, Schwarzkopf R, Davidovitch RI. A Formal Same-Day Discharge Total Joint Arthroplasty Program May Not Be Necessary: A Propensity-Matched Cohort Study. J Arthroplasty 2022; 37:S823-S829. [PMID: 35219819 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2022.02.081] [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: 12/01/2021] [Revised: 01/31/2022] [Accepted: 02/18/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Same-day discharge (SDD) total joint arthroplasty (TJA) programs often have stringent selection criteria. Some patients deemed ineligible may nonetheless be discharged on the day of surgery. This study compares the outcomes between patients enrolled in our SDD TJA program who were SDD to those who did not participate in the program but were also SDD. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed all patients who were SDD following TJA from 2015 to 2020. Patients were stratified into two cohorts based on whether they were formally enrolled in our institution's SDD TJA program. Propensity-score matching was performed to limit confounding and independent sample t-tests or Pearson's chi-squared tests were used to compare outcomes of interest between the matched groups. RESULTS Of the 1778 patients included, 1384 (78%) completed the SDD TJA program and 394 (22%) were SDD but did not participate in the SDD TJA program. Upon 1:1 propensity-score matching, a total of 550 patients were matched for comparison. The surgical time was significantly longer for patients who did not participate in the SDD TJA program compared to those who participated in the program (109.39 vs 87.29 minutes; P < .001). Discharge disposition (P = .999), 90-day emergency department visits (P = .476), 90-day all-cause readmissions (P = .999), 90-day all-cause revisions (P = .563), and Hip disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Scores for Joint Replacement (HOOS, JR) and Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Scores for Joint Replacement at all time points did not significantly differ. CONCLUSION Enrollment in a formal SDD TJA program may not be a necessary precursor to achieving similar outcomes following TJA for patients who are SDD without formally enrolling. Therefore, a formal program may no longer be needed at an institution with well-established evidence-based protocols with strong success and an experience with value-based care. LEVEL III EVIDENCE Retrospective Cohort Study.
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- Vivek Singh
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York
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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: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [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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Safety and efficacy of outpatient hip and knee arthroplasty: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2022; 142:1775-1791. [PMID: 33587170 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-021-03811-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2020] [Accepted: 02/01/2021] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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INTRODUCTION This systematic review aimed to assess the safety and efficacy of outpatient joint arthroplasty (OJA) pathways compared to inpatient pathways. MATERIALS AND METHODS An electronic literature search was conducted to identify eligible studies. Studies comparing OJA with inpatient pathways-following hip and/or (partial) knee arthroplasty-were included. Included studies were assigned-based on OJA definition-to one of the following two groups: (1) outpatient surgery (OS); outpatient defined as discharge on the same day as surgery; and (2) semi-outpatient surgery (SOS); outpatient defined as discharge within 24 h after surgery with or without an overnight stay. Methodological quality was assessed. Outcomes included (serious) adverse events ((S)AEs), readmissions, successful same-day discharge rates, patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and costs. Meta-analyses and subgroup analyses by type of arthroplasty were performed when deemed appropriate. RESULTS A total of 41 studies (OS = 26, SOS = 15) met the inclusion criteria. One RCT and 40 observational studies were included, with an overall risk-of-bias of moderate to high. Forty studies were included in the meta-analysis. Outpatients (both OS and SOS) were younger and had a lower BMI and ASA class compared to inpatients. Overall, no significant differences between outpatients and inpatients were found for overall complications and readmission rates, and improvement in PROMs. By type of arthroplasty, only THAs in OS pathways were associated with fewer AEs [OR = 0.55 (0.41-0.74)] compared to inpatient pathways. 92% of OS patients were discharged on the day of surgery. OJA resulted in an average cost reduction of $6.797,02. CONCLUSION OJA pathways are as safe and effective as inpatient pathways in selected populations, with a potential reduction of costs. Considerable risk of bias in the majority of studies emphasizes the need for further research.
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Wang WL, Lutsky KF, McEntee RM, Banner L, Katt BM, Nakashian MN, Sodha SC, Rivlin M, Beredjiklian PK. Does Undergoing Outpatient Hand Surgery Lead to Prolonged Opioid Use? A Comparison of Surgical and Nonsurgical Patients. Hand (N Y) 2022; 17:701-705. [PMID: 33073584 PMCID: PMC9274888 DOI: 10.1177/1558944720964967] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Orthopedic surgical patients in general have been found to be at higher risk for developing opioid dependence in the postoperative period. However, there is conflicting evidence in the literature whether opioid exposure after hand surgery leads to prolonged use. In the absence of a nonoperative control group, it is not clear whether prolonged opioid use in hand surgical patients is related to undergoing a surgical intervention. The purpose of our study to compare opioid prescription fulfillment patterns in surgical and nonoperative patients in a hand surgery practice. METHODS We retrospectively compared 320 patients that underwent elbow, wrist, and hand surgery procedures with 741 nonoperative patients treated by 2 hand surgeons. The Pennsylvania Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP), a mandatory statewide database, was used to evaluate the primary outcomes of filling more than one opioid prescription and filling opioid prescriptions beyond 6 months of the index surgery or clinic visit. Bivariate and multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed using the following variables: surgery, prior benzodiazepine use, and prior opioid use. RESULTS There was no difference in prior opioid use (15.2% vs 16.9%, P = .51) or prior benzodiazepine (10.4% vs 8.4%, P = .33) use between the nonoperative and operative groups. Patients that underwent surgery had a higher incidence of filling more than one opioid prescription (20.9% vs 8.8%, P < .001). However, continued opioid use was not statistically different between nonoperative and operative patients (2.8% vs 5%, P = .08). Bivariate analysis demonstrated that prior opioids (odds ratio [OR] = 12.94, P < .001) and prior benzodiazepines (OR = 1.95, P < .001) were significant independent risk factors for prolonged opioid use. Multivariable analysis demonstrated prior opioid use to be the only independent risk factor for prolonged opioid use (OR = 12.58, P < .001). CONCLUSION Undergoing outpatient hand surgery do not appear to be an independent risk factor for filling opioid prescriptions beyond 6 months. Significant risk factors for prolonged opioid use include prior use of controlled substances, particularly prior opioid use.
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- Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA,Pedro K. Beredjiklian, Rothman Orthopaedics Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street, 5 Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.
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Li M, Luo R, Zeng Y, Wu Y, Liu Y, Wu L, Shen B. Same-day discharge arthroplasty has a higher overall complications rate than fast-track arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2022; 142:1167-1176. [PMID: 34129118 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-021-03883-3] [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: 12/07/2020] [Accepted: 03/27/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Published studies have reported many inconsistent results regarding the comparison of same-day discharge total joint arthroplasty (TJA) and inpatient TJA. More notably, many recent studies comparing same-day discharge TJA with fast-track TJA presented higher rates of complications for same-day discharge TJA, which raises concerns about the safety of same-day discharge TJA. METHODS We systematically searched the MEDLINE, Embase, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials databases up to June 2020 for studies comparing mortality, readmission, and complications in same-day discharge and inpatient total hip or knee arthroplasty. Studies that used inpatient TJA as the control could be further divided into fast-track inpatient TJA (length of stay [LOS] ≤ 2 days) and traditional inpatient TJA (no restrictions on LOS). Relative risks were pooled to compare the outcomes of the same-day discharge group and the control group. RESULTS According to selection criteria and quality assessment, 14 studies including 222,766 cases were identified. There was no significant difference in the risk of mortality (RR = 1.42, CI [0.67, 3.01]) or readmission (RR = 0.93, CI [0.79, 1.10]) between same-day discharge TJA and inpatient TJA. Compared with fast-track TJA, the rate of overall complications in same-day discharge TJA was significantly higher (RR = 1.67, CI [1.45, 1.93]), while the rates of overall complications were similar between same-day discharge and traditional inpatient TJA (RR = 0.83, CI [0.67, 1.03]). CONCLUSION The overall safety of same-day discharge TJA is satisfactory; however, more complications were detected in same-day discharge TJA than that in fast-track TJA. Complications in same-day discharge TJA might be underestimated in some previous studies taking long-staying inpatient TJA as control. Being more cautious about complications is necessary in the care of same-day discharge TJA, and extensive prospective studies are needed to explore the optimized option that weighs both cost and complications.
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- Mingyang Li
- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37# Guoxue Road, 610041, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37# Guoxue Road, 610041, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37# Guoxue Road, 610041, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37# Guoxue Road, 610041, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37# Guoxue Road, 610041, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37# Guoxue Road, 610041, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, 37# Guoxue Road, 610041, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China.
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Bordoni V, Marelli N, Previtali D, Gaffurini P, Filardo G, Candrian C. Outpatient total hip arthroplasty does not increase complications and readmissions: a meta-analysis. Hip Int 2022; 32:326-333. [PMID: 32842795 DOI: 10.1177/1120700020948797] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [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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BACKGROUND There is no consensus about the safety of outpatient total hip arthroplasty (THA). Therefore, the purpose of this meta-analysis was to quantitatively evaluate and compare outpatient and inpatient THA studies in terms of complication and readmission rates. METHODS A systematic search of the literature was performed on 26 July 2019 on PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane library, and on the grey literature databases. The papers thus collected were used for a meta-analysis comparing outpatient and inpatient THA in terms of complication and readmission rates. Risk of bias and quality of evidence were defined according to Cochrane guidelines. The PRISMA guidelines were used to determine which papers to include in this study. RESULTS The literature search resulted in 2317 articles; of these, 8 articles were used for the meta-analysis. A total of 66,971 patients were included, of which 1428 were THA outpatients. The overall complication rate for outpatient THAs was 3.0%, while inpatient THAs had an overall complication rate of 4.7%. The readmission rate was 1.4% in outpatient THAs and 3.0% in inpatient THAs. Only 6 studies reported the number of deaths, which ranged from 0% to 0.01%. The included studies present a moderate risk of bias and, according to GRADE guidelines, the level of evidence for complications and readmissions is very low. CONCLUSIONS This meta-analysis documented that outpatient THA is a feasible approach since it does not increase complications or readmissions with respect to inpatient THA, but the available studies present a moderate risk of bias and the quality of evidence of these findings is very low. Future high-level studies are needed to confirm results and indications for outpatient THA.
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- Vittorio Bordoni
- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, EOC - Regional Hospital of Lugano, Lugano, Switzerland
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, EOC - Regional Hospital of Lugano, Lugano, Switzerland
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, EOC - Regional Hospital of Lugano, Lugano, Switzerland
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, EOC - Regional Hospital of Lugano, Lugano, Switzerland
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, EOC - Regional Hospital of Lugano, Lugano, Switzerland.,Applied and Translational Research centre (ATRc), IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, EOC - Regional Hospital of Lugano, Lugano, Switzerland
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Heymans MJLF, Kort NP, Snoeker BAM, Schotanus MGM. Impact of enhanced recovery pathways on safety and efficacy of hip and knee arthroplasty: A systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Orthop 2022; 13:307-328. [PMID: 35317256 PMCID: PMC8935336 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i3.307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2021] [Revised: 08/25/2021] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Over the past decades, clinical pathways (CPs) for hip and knee arthroplasty have been strongly and continuously evolved based on scientific evidence and innovation.
AIM The present systematic review, including meta-analysis, aimed to compare the safety and efficacy of enhanced recovery pathways (ERP) with regular pathways for patients with hip and/or knee arthroplasty.
METHODS A literature search in healthcare databases (Embase, PubMed, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, and Web of Science) was conducted from inception up to June 2018. Relevant randomized controlled trials as well as observational studies comparing ERP, based on novel evidence, with regular or standard pathways, prescribing care as usual for hip and/or knee arthroplasty, were included. The effect of both CPs was assessed for (serious) adverse events [(S)AEs], readmission rate, length of hospital stay (LoS), clinician-derived clinical outcomes, patient reported outcome measures (PROMs), and financial benefits. If possible, a meta-analysis was performed. In case of considerable heterogeneity among studies, a qualitative analysis was performed.
RESULTS Forty studies were eligible for data extraction, 34 in meta-analysis and 40 in qualitative analysis. The total sample size consisted of more than 2 million patients undergoing hip or knee arthroplasty, with a mean age of 66 years and with 60% of females. The methodological quality of the included studies ranged from average to good. The ERP had lower (S)AEs [relative risk (RR): 0.9, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.8-1] and readmission rates (RR: 0.8, 95%CI: 0.7-1), and reduced LoS [median days 6.5 (0.3-9.5)], and showed similar or improved outcomes for functional recovery and PROMs compared to regular pathways. The analyses for readmission presented a statistically significant difference in the enhanced recovery pathway in favor of knee arthroplasties (P = 0.01). ERP were reported to be cost effective, and the cost reduction varied largely between studies (€109 and $20573). The overall outcomes of all studies reported using Grading of Recommendation, Assessment, Development and Evaluation, presented moderate or high quality of evidence.
CONCLUSION This study showed that implementation of ERP resulted in improved clinical and patient related outcomes compared to regular pathways in hip and knee arthroplasty, with a potential reduction of costs.
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- Marion JLF Heymans
- Zuyderland Academy, Zuyderland Medical Center, Sittard 6155 NH, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Cortoclinics, Schijndel 5482 WN, Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Amsterdam Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam 1105 AZ, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Zuyderland Medical Center, Sittard-Geleen 6162 BG, Limburg, Netherlands
- Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Faculty of Health, Medicine & Life Sciences, Maastricht 6229 ER, Limburg, Netherlands
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Debbi EM, Mosich GM, Bendich I, Kapadia M, Ast MP, Westrich GH. Same-Day Discharge Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty: Trends, Complications, and Readmission Rates. J Arthroplasty 2022; 37:444-448.e1. [PMID: 34808278 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2021.11.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2021] [Revised: 10/23/2021] [Accepted: 11/16/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Although total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA) are transitioning to surgery centers, there remain limited data on trends, comorbidities, and complications in patients discharged the same day of surgery. In addition, many studies are limited to the Medicare population, excluding a large proportion of outpatient surgery patients. METHODS Primary, elective THA/TKA cases between 2010 and 2017 were retrospectively identified using the PearlDiver All-Payer Database and separated based on surgery as well as same-day discharge (SDD) or non-SDD. Data were collected on demographics, rates, comorbidities, and complications. Multivariable logistic regression determined adjusted odds ratios (ORs) for 90-day complications requiring readmission for each group. RESULTS In total, 1,789,601 (68.8% TKA, 31.2% THA) patients were identified where 2.9% of TKAs and 2.2% of THAs were SDD. Annual SDD rates are increasing, with a 15.8% mean annual change for SDD-THA and 11.1% for SDD-TKA (P < .001). SDD patients were younger with fewer comorbidities (P < .001). Regression analysis showed an overall slightly higher OR of complications requiring readmission for SDD-TKA vs non-SDD-TKA (OR 1.14, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.07-1.21, P < .001). There was no significant difference for SDD-THA vs non-SDD-THA (OR 1.03, 95% CI 0.94-1.13, P = .49). In univariate analysis, SDD-THA vs SDD-TKA had more mechanical complications (P < .001), but less pulmonary embolisms (P < .001). Regression analysis showed a slightly higher risk of complications for SDD-THA vs SDD-TKA (OR 1.19, 95% CI 0.99-1.44, P = .05). CONCLUSION The prevalence of SDD is rising. SDD-THA is increasing more rapidly than SDD-TKA. SDD patients are generally younger with fewer comorbidities. SDD-TKA has slightly higher odds of complications requiring readmission than non-SDD-TKA. SDD-THA and SDD-TKA have different complication profiles.
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- Eytan M Debbi
- Department of Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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- Department of Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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- Department of Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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- Department of Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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- Department of Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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- Department of Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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Total Knee Arthroplasty in Freestanding Ambulatory Surgery Centers: 5-Year Retrospective Chart Review of 90-Day Postsurgical Outcomes and Health Care Resource Utilization. J Am Acad Orthop Surg 2021; 29:e1184-e1192. [PMID: 33443387 DOI: 10.5435/jaaos-d-20-00934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2020] [Accepted: 12/14/2020] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Migration of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) procedures from the inpatient setting to outpatient venues, especially freestanding ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), requires the use of reliable patient selection algorithms and standardized perioperative pathways to facilitate favorable outcomes for patients. METHODS This retrospective chart review included consecutive TKA procedures performed over a 5-year period between January 2014 and January 2019 at 2 freestanding ASCs. The patient selection algorithm was developed on the basis of patient comorbidities to minimize the potential for adverse events. All procedures were performed by one of eight orthopedic surgeons who were identified a priori as adhering to similar multimodal pain management regimens, including the use of spinal anesthesia, general or monitored-care anesthesia, adductor canal blocks, pericapsular injection of liposomal bupivacaine, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, gabapentin, tramadol, acetaminophen, and oxycodone on an as-needed basis. Outcomes, including surgical complications, healthcare resource utilization (HCRU), and patient satisfaction, were measured before discharge and at a 90-day follow-up visit. RESULTS Four hundred thirty-nine TKA procedures in 386 patients were identified for inclusion. Of these patients, 115 (29.8%) were performed in patients with the American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status IIIa. Mean (standard deviation) length of stay at the ASC was 500 (107) minutes, including 136 (47) minutes of surgery and 201 (78) minutes to ambulation. The overall rates of surgical complications and 90-day hospital admissions were low (1.4% and 0.7%, respectively), as was the need for additional HCRU, including additional surgical procedures related to index surgery, emergency department visits, and unplanned clinic visits or calls. At the 90-day follow-up visit, 96% of patients reported being pleased with their outcomes. DISCUSSION With careful patient selection, standardized perioperative pathways, and multimodal analgesia protocols, TKA procedures can be performed in the ASC setting with low complication rates, minimal postdischarge HCRU, and high rates of patient satisfaction. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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Hur ES, Serino J, Bohl DD, Della Valle CJ, Gerlinger TL. Fewer Adverse Events Following Outpatient Compared with Inpatient Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2021; 103:2096-2104. [PMID: 34398841 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.20.02157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) is a common procedure for unicompartmental knee arthritis, often resulting in pain relief and improved function. The demand for total knee arthroplasty in the U.S. is projected to grow 85% between 2014 and 2030, and the volume of UKA procedures is growing 3 to 6 times faster than that of total knee arthroplasty. The purpose of the present study was to examine the safety of outpatient and inpatient UKA and to investigate changes over time as outpatient procedures were performed more frequently. METHODS Patients who underwent UKA from 2005 to 2018 as part of the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program were identified. Patients were divided into an early cohort (5,555 patients from 2005 to 2015) and late cohort (5,627 patients from 2016 to 2018). Outpatient status was defined as discharge on the day of surgery. Adverse events within 30 days postoperatively were compared, with adjustment for baseline characteristics with use of standard multivariate regression and propensity-score-matching techniques. RESULTS Among the 5,555 cases in the early cohort, the rate of surgical-site infection was lower for inpatient (0.84%) compared with outpatient UKA (1.69%; adjusted relative risk [RR] for inpatient, 0.5; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.2 to 1.0; p = 0.045); no other significant differences were identified. Among the 5,627 cases in the late cohort, inpatient UKA had higher rates of any complication (2.53% compared with 0.95% for outpatient UKA; adjusted RR for inpatient, 2.5; 95% CI, 1.4 to 4.3; p = 0.001) and readmission (1.81% compared with 0.88% for outpatient UKA; adjusted RR for inpatient, 2.0; 95% CI, 1.1 to 3.5; p = 0.023). In the propensity-score-matched comparison for the late cohort, inpatient UKA had a higher rate of any complication (RR for inpatient, 2.0; 95% CI, 1.0 to 4.0; p = 0.049) and return to the operating room (RR for inpatient, 4.3; 95% CI, 1.4 to 12.6; p = 0.009). Although the rate of readmission was almost twice as high among inpatients (1.67% compared with 0.84% for outpatients; RR for inpatient, 2.0; 95% CI, 1.0 to 4.1; p = 0.059), this difference did not reach significance with the sample size studied. There was a significant reduction in the overall rate of complications over time (3.44% in the early cohort compared with 2.11% in the late cohort; adjusted RR for late cohort, 0.7; 95% CI, 0.5 to 0.8; p = 0.001), with a more than fourfold reduction among outpatients (3.95% in the early cohort compared with 0.95% in the late cohort; adjusted RR for late cohort, 0.3; 95% CI, 0.1 to 0.5; p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Outpatient UKA was associated with a lower risk of complications compared with inpatient UKA when contemporary data are examined. We identified a dramatic reduction in complications across the early and late cohorts, suggesting an improvement in quality over time, with the largest improvements seen among outpatients. This shift may represent changes in patient selection or improvements in perioperative protocols. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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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: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [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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- 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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Saunders P, Smith N, Syed F, Selvaraj T, Waite J, Young S. Introducing a day-case arthroplasty pathway significantly reduces overall length of stay. Bone Jt Open 2021; 2:900-908. [PMID: 34729998 PMCID: PMC8636294 DOI: 10.1302/2633-1462.211.bjo-2021-0106.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Aims Day-case arthroplasty is gaining popularity in Europe. We report outcomes from the first 12 months following implementation of a day-case pathway for unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) and total hip arthroplasty (THA) in an NHS hospital. Methods A total of 47 total hip arthroplasty (THA) and 24 unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) patients were selected for the day-case arthroplasty pathway, based on preoperative fitness and agreement to participate. Data were likewise collected for a matched control group (n = 58) who followed the standard pathway three months prior to the implementation of the day-case pathway. We report same-day discharge (SDD) success, reasons for delayed discharge, and patient-reported outcomes. Overall length of stay (LOS) for all lower limb arthroplasty was recorded to determine the wider impact of implementing a day-case pathway. Results Patients on the day-case pathway achieved SDD in 47% (22/47) of THAs and 67% (16/24) of UKAs. The most common reasons for failed SDD were nausea, hypotension, and pain, which were strongly associated with the use of fentanyl in the spinal anaesthetic. Complications and patient-reported outcomes were not significantly different between groups. Following the introduction of the day-case pathway, the mean LOS reduced significantly by 0.7, 0.6, and 0.5 days respectively in THA, UKA, and total knee arthroplasty cases (p < 0.001). Conclusion Day-case pathways are feasible in an NHS set-up with only small changes required. We do not recommend fentanyl in the spinal anaesthetic for day-case patients. An important benefit seen in our unit is the so-called ‘day-case effect’, with a significant reduction in mean LOS seen across all lower limb arthroplasty. Cite this article: Bone Jt Open 2021;2(11):900–908.
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- Warwick Hospital, South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust, Warwick, UK
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- University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire, Coventry, UK
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- Warwick Hospital, South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust, Warwick, UK
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- Warwick Hospital, South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust, Warwick, UK
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- Warwick Hospital, South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust, Warwick, UK
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Reddy NC, Prentice HA, Paxton EW, Hinman AD, Lin AG, Navarro RA. Association Between Same-Day Discharge Total Joint Arthroplasty and Risk of 90-Day Adverse Events in Patients with ASA Classification of ≥3. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2021; 103:2032-2044. [PMID: 34495903 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.20.02110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Although safety in same-day discharge total joint arthroplasty (TJA) has been reported, findings are limited to healthier patients, specific surgeons, and/or specific institutions. Indications for same-day discharge TJA have expanded to include patients with multiple comorbidities; however, safety in this specific patient population remains unknown. Therefore, we sought to compare the risk of 90-day adverse events in higher-risk patients undergoing same-day discharge versus inpatient TJA. METHODS The Kaiser Permanente Total Joint Replacement Registry was utilized to conduct a cohort study. All patients with an American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classification of ≥3 who underwent primary elective TJA for osteoarthritis from 2017 through 2018 were identified. The risk of 90-day adverse events (i.e., emergency department visits, unplanned readmissions, complications, and mortality) was evaluated with use of propensity score-weighted Cox proportional hazard regression including noninferiority testing with a margin of 1.10. RESULTS The cohort included a total of 5,250 patients who underwent total hip arthroplasty and 9,752 patients who underwent total knee arthroplasty, of whom 1,742 (33.2%) and 3,283 (33.7%) had same-day discharge, respectively. Same-day discharge hip arthroplasty was noninferior to an inpatient stay in terms of emergency department visits (hazard ratio [HR], 0.73; 1-sided HR 95% upper bound [UB], 0.84), readmissions (HR, 0.47; 95% UB, 0.61), and complications (HR, 0.63; 95% UB, 0.75); we did not have evidence of noninferiority for mortality (HR, 0.84; 95% UB, 1.97). Same-day discharge knee arthroplasty was noninferior to an inpatient stay in terms of emergency department visits (HR, 0.79; 95% UB, 0.87), readmission (HR, 0.80; 95% UB, 0.95), complications (HR, 0.72; 95% UB, 0.82), and mortality (HR, 0.53; 95% UB, 1.03). CONCLUSIONS We found that same-day discharge TJA did not increase the risk of emergency department visits, unplanned readmissions, and complications compared with an inpatient stay for higher-risk patients, suggesting that it is possible to expand indications for same-day discharge TJA in the hospital setting while maintaining safety. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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- Nithin C Reddy
- Department of Orthopaedics, Southern California Permanente Medical Group, San Diego, California
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- Surgical Outcomes and Analysis, Kaiser Permanente, San Diego, California
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- Surgical Outcomes and Analysis, Kaiser Permanente, San Diego, California
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Permanente Medical Group, San Leandro, California
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Southern California Permanente Medical Group, Irvine, California
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Southern California Permanente Medical Group, Harbor City, California
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Kayum S, Kooner S, Khan RM, Halai M, Awoke A, Kanani A, Montgomery S, Meldrum A, Daniels TR. Safety and Effectiveness of Outpatient Total Ankle Arthroplasty. FOOT & ANKLE ORTHOPAEDICS 2021; 6:24730114211057888. [PMID: 35097480 PMCID: PMC8646201 DOI: 10.1177/24730114211057888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) is a surgical procedure commonly reserved for patients suffering from symptomatic end-stage ankle arthritis. As the number of TAAs increases, so does the associated economic burden. Given these economic constraints, there has been interest in the feasibility of outpatient TAA. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, efficacy, and satisfaction of patients undergoing outpatient TAA. METHODS This is a retrospective case series of consecutive patients who underwent outpatient TAA from July 2018 to June 2019. Inclusion criteria included any patient undergoing a primary TAA in the outpatient setting. This was defined as discharge on the same day of surgery or within 12 hours of surgery. All surgeries were completed by a single experienced surgeon through an anterior approach using the Cadence Total Ankle System. Prior to surgery, all patients received a popliteal nerve block. Patients were then discharged home with oral analgesic and a popliteal nerve catheter, which they removed after 48 hours. The primary outcome of interest was postoperative pain control, which was measured using a numeric scale. Secondary outcomes included complication rate, readmission rate, and patient satisfaction. A review of the current literature was then completed to supplement our results. RESULTS In total, 41 patients were included in our analysis. In terms of the primary outcome, the average numeric scale score was 1.98, indicating excellent pain control. Additionally, nearly all 41 patients stated they were very satisfied with their postoperative pain control regimen. In terms of secondary outcomes, the majority of patients stated they were satisfied with discharge on the same day as surgery. There were no readmissions or major complications in our outpatient TAA cohort. When asked if they would recommend the care they experienced to a friend with the same condition, 95% of patients said that they would recommend this care pathway. Our literature review included 5 original studies, which were all retrospective level IV studies. These studies uniformly demonstrated the safety and efficacy of outpatient TAA. CONCLUSIONS The results of our study demonstrate the outpatient TAA is associated with excellent pain control using a multidisciplinary pain approach. The use of standardized outpatient postoperative pathways was effective in preventing readmissions and complications, while still resulting in high patient satisfaction scores. A review of the literature complemented our results, as there are largely no significant differences between outpatient and inpatient TAA.Level of Evidence: Level IV, case series.
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- Shahin Kayum
- Unity Health Toronto–St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- Unity Health Toronto–St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Unity Health Toronto–St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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