Safety of Tranexamic Acid Studied for Hip/Knee Arthroplasty in High-Risk Patients
Tranexamic acid is not associated with an increased risk for complications in high-risk patients undergoing hip and knee arthroplasty.
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Denosumab Studied for Prosthesis-Related Osteolysis
A single dose of denosumab results in a reduction in osteoclast numbers in patients with osteolysis undergoing total hip arthroplasty surgery.
Decrease in Rehospitalization With Remote Monitoring After Arthroplasty
A remote monitoring program does not affect the rate of discharge to home but does result in a reduction in rehospitalization in patients undergoing hip or knee arthroplasty.
Losing About 20 lb Before THA Associated With Improved Outcomes
Losing at least 20 lb before total knee arthroplasty is associated with better outcomes among morbidly obese patients.
Prediction Models Developed to Predict Risk for Total Hip, Knee Replacements
Researchers developed two models to estimate an individual’s risk for primary THR and TKR.
Aspirin, Anticoagulants Similarly Prevent VTE After TKA
Among patients undergoing TKA, aspirin alone may provide protection against postoperative VTE that is similar to that of other anticoagulants.
Walking Each Day May Cut Risk for TKA Over 5 Years
For individuals with knee OA, replacing time not walking with walking at moderate-to-vigorous intensity is associated with reduced risk for TKA over 5 years.
Risk for Total Knee Arthroplasty Elevated in Ankylosing Spondylitis
The risk for primary total knee arthroplasty is elevated in young and middle-aged adults with ankylosing spondylitis.
Pain Scores After Total Knee Arthroplasty May Predict Chronic Opioid Use
Acute postoperative pain scores were found to be associated with chronic opioid use after total knee arthroplasty in patients taking opioid medications prior to intervention.
Exposure to Oral Osteoarthritis Therapies Not Linked to Increased Risk for Knee Replacement
The main risk factors leading to knee replacement surgery in patients with osteoarthritis include disease severity, symptoms, and high BMI.
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