Using two predictive models captures two types of poor outcomes in knee arthroplasty: A multisite longitudinal cohort study

ConclusionsAppropriateness criteria and LCA estimates provided combined poor outcome estimates that were approximately double the commonly reported poor outcome of 20%. Rates of poor outcome could be reduced if clinicians screened patients using Appropriateness criteria and LCA predictors prior to surgery to optimize outcome.
Source: Arthritis and Rheumatology - Category: Rheumatology Authors: Tags: Full Length Source Type: research