What are the Short-Term Outcomes in Multiple Sclerosis Patients after Total Knee Arthroplasty?
In this study, we identified specific characteristics of patients with MS who had TKA and analyzed and compared their short-term TKA outcomes to non-MS patients. It was demonstrated that more patients with MS are undergoing TKA, and these patients were at a higher risk of perioperative complications, had longer LOS, and were more likely to be discharged to a sub-acute or inpatient facility. Orthopaedic surgeons should be cognizant of the increased risks and provide proper counseling to MS patients who are candidates for TKA. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Abstract | Full text
Source: Journal of Knee Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Newman, Jared M. Sultan, Assem A. Khlopas, Anton Sodhi, Nipun Faour, Mhamad Piuzzi, Nicolas S. Higuera, Carlos A. Mont, Michael A. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
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