Background Malnutrition continues to be prevalent in the general population. A variety of
studies have correlated poor nutritional status with reduced perioperative outcomes …

Background A growing body of evidence associates malnutrition with several adverse
outcomes. Aim To investigate the link between malnutrition with surgical site and …

Background: Low albumin levels have previously been shown to be a risk factor for
increased complications in the 30-day postoperative period after total hip or knee …

Aims We aimed to characterise the effect of expeditious hip fracture surgery in elderly
patients within 24 hours of admission on short-term post-operative outcomes. Patients and …

Background Total joint arthroplasty has historically been very successful for most patients,
yet some still incur a complication. In an era of value-based care, certain efforts need to be …

Obesity is highly prevalent, and it is expected to grow considerably in the United States. The
association between obesity and an increased risk of complications following total joint …

Background As the prevalence of hip osteoarthritis increases, the number of total hip
arthroplasty (THA) procedures performed is also projected to increase. Accurately risk …

Background The purpose of this study was to compare risks for revision and short-term
complications after total joint arthroplasty (TJA) in matched cohorts of morbidly obese …

Background Obesity is an epidemic, especially in developed countries. This affects the
general health of these patients, especially when they are having a major surgical …

Background: Total joint arthroplasty (TJA) is one of the most common procedures performed
in the United States. Outcomes of this elective procedure may be improved via preoperative …