Immediate Postoperative Zolpidem Use Increases Risk of Falls and Implant Complication Rates Following Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Retrospective Case-Control Analysis

Zolpidem is the most widely used hypnotic in the United States and has known side effects. However, the morbidity of zolpidem use following total hip arthroplasty (THA) is not well-defined. Thus, the aim of this study was to assess the effects that zolpidem use has on medical and implant complications, falls, lengths of stay, and medical utilizations following THA.
Source: The Journal of Arthroplasty - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research