Preventing the Impact of Hyperglycemia and Diabetes on Patients Undergoing Total Joint Arthroplasty.

Tarabichi, Saad; Parvizi, Javad · Orthop Clin North Am · 2023

review · Level V

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Abstract

Primary and revision total joint arthroplasty (TJA) procedures have become increasingly popular worldwide. At the same time, a growing number of patients undergoing TJA are either known diabetics or exhibit evidence of hyperglycemia preoperatively. Based on extensive data, it is well-established that poor glycemic control in TJA patients is an independent risk factor for several complications, including periprosthetic joint infection and death. This article will serve as an overview of currently available evidence on how to prevent the impact of hyperglycemia and diabetes mellitus on patients undergoing TJA.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy