Strategies for Perioperative Optimization in Upper Extremity Fracture Care.

Zhuang, Thompson; Kamal, Robin N · Hand Clin · 2023

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Abstract

Perioperative optimization in upper extremity fracture care must balance the need for timely treatment with the benefits of medical optimization. Care pathways directed at optimizing glycemic control, chronic anticoagulation, smoking history, nutrition, and frailty can reduce surgical risk in upper extremity fracture care. The development of multidisciplinary approaches that tie risk modification with risk stratification is needed.

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