Safety of Outpatient Total Hip Arthroplasty Performed in Patients 65 Years of Age and Older in an Ambulatory Surgery Center.
retrospective_cohort · Level III
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Abstract
Studies regarding the safety of same day discharge (SDD) in patients ≥65 years of age undergoing total hip arthroplasty (THA) are lacking. A retrospective review of 69 patients undergoing SDD following primary THA in 2 free-standing ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) was performed to evaluate for safety and complications. Sixty-six patients met SDD goals, while 1 patient required transport to a hospital for transfusion, and 2 patients underwent overnight observation in the ASC. This study reveals that with appropriate preoperative evaluation, patient selection, and education, THA in a free-standing ASC can be safely performed in patients ≥65 years of age.
Medical subject headings
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip
Anatomy
- hip