Background This study aimed to compare risk of postdischarge adverse events in elective
total joint arthroplasty (TJA) patients by discharge destination, identify risk factors for inpatient …

Background The modified frailty index (mFI) has been shown to predict adverse outcomes
in multiple nonorthopedic surgical specialties. This study aimed to assess whether mFI is a …

We conducted a systematic review comparing recurrence and complication rate following
open versus arthroscopic excision of ganglion cysts. Sixteen full-text articles were included. …

Background This study aimed to identify risk factors for 30-day readmission and extended
length of stay (LOS) in revision total knee (RKA) and hip (RHA) arthroplasty patients. Methods …

Background Total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) is a likely target for future bundled payment
initiatives, necessitating accurate preoperative risk stratification. The purpose of this study was …

Background Using a validated database, 30-day complications of primary and revision total
elbow arthroplasty (TEA) were analyzed to identify risk factors of adverse events. Methods …

Background: Diabetes is a risk factor for complications related to displaced ankle fractures.
Limited literature exists comparing complication rates in nonoperative versus operative …

Objective Patients with suspected acute aortic syndromes (AAS) often undergo computed
tomography (CT) with negative results. We sought clinical and diagnostic criteria to identify low-…

Background Given the rising incidence of revision total joint arthroplasty (RJR), bundled
payments will likely be applied to RJR in the near future. This study aimed to compare …

The purpose of this study is to review a large series of HIV-infected patients who underwent
total joint arthroplasty and identify potential risk-factors for infection. Sixty-nine HIV-infected …