scholarly journals Factors associated with the length of stay in total knee arthroplasty patients with the enhanced recovery after surgery model

Author(s):  
Guoqing Li ◽  
Jian Weng ◽  
Chang Xu ◽  
Deli Wang ◽  
Ao Xiong ◽  
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Abstract Objectives The purpose of this study is to identify the factors that influence the length of stay (LOS) in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) patients with an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program. Methods Information from 167 patients (31 males and 136 females, range from 43 years to 88 years old) who underwent the unilateral elective primary TKA from January 2017 to January 2019 were reviewed retrospectively. Factors were analyzed by single-factor variance and multi-factor linear regression. Results By single-factor variance analysis, American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status classification system, pre-operation albumin, pre-operation erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), primary and merge diseases, hidden blood loss, and length of operation were correlated with LOS (P < 0.05). Multi-factor linear regression results suggested that gender, ASA class, pre-operation Alb, and pre-operation ESR were associated with LOS (P < 0.05). Moreover, ASA class 3 (B value 4.84), pre-operation Alb < 30 g/L (B value 18.33), and pre-operation ESR > 15 mmol/h (B value 2.21) could increase the LOS, while males (B value − 3.56) had a shortened LOS. Conclusions Overall, our research found that female, ASA class 3, pre-operation Alb < 30 g/L, and pre-operation ESR > 15 mmol/h could extend LOS in TKA patients with ERAS.

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Emmanuel Noel ◽  
Luca Miglionico ◽  
Mickael Leclercq ◽  
Harold Jennart ◽  
Jean-François Fils ◽  
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Abstract Purpose Effectiveness of sufentanil sublingual tablet system (SSTS) compared to oral oxycodone in the management of postoperative pain after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) within an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocol. Methods This pragmatic, parallel, open label, randomized controlled, trial enrolled 72 adult patients scheduled for TKA under spinal anesthesia following ERAS pathway. In addition to multimodal analgesia, patients received SSTS 15 mcg (SSTS group) or oral oxycodone extended release 10 mg twice daily and oral oxycodone immediate-release 5 mg up to four times daily on demand (Oxy group) to control pain during 48 h postoperatively. The primary endpoint was pain measured using a numeric rating scale at 24 h postoperatively. Time to first mobilization, side effects and patient satisfaction were also recorded. Results Median pain score at 24 h at rest was 3 [2–4] for Oxy group vs 2 [1.75–3] for SSTS group (p = 0.272) whereas median pain score on movement was 4 [3–6] vs 3 [2–5] respectively (p = 0.059). No difference in time to first mobilization was found between the two groups. The method of pain control was judged good/excellent for 83.9% of patients in the SSTS group compared with 52.9% in the Oxy group (p = 0.007). The incidence of nausea was 33% in SSTS group and 9% in Oxy group (p = 0.181). Conclusions In complement to ERAS multimodal analgesia, sublingual sufentanil 15 mcg tablet system did not show clinically significant pain improvement compared to oral oxycodone after total knee arthroplasty. Trial registration Clinical Trials: NCT04448457; retrospectively registered on June 24, 2020. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04448457?cond=sublingual+sufentanil&cntry=BE&draw=2&rank=3


2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hong Xu ◽  
Jingli Yang ◽  
Jinwei Xie ◽  
Zeyu Huang ◽  
Qiang Huang ◽  
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Abstract Background In an enhanced recovery after surgery program, a growing number of orthopedists are reconsidering the necessity of tourniquet use in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). However, the impact of tourniquet use on transfusion rate and postoperative length of stay (PLOS) in TKA remains controversial. Therefore, we carried out a study to investigate the effect of tourniquet application in routine primary TKA on transfusion rate and PLOS. Methods We analyzed data from 6325 patients who underwent primary unilateral TKA and divided them into two groups according to whether a tourniquet was applied during the procedure, and a tourniquet was used in 4902 and not used in 1423. The information for transfusion and PLOS was extracted from patients’ electronic health records, and the data were analyzed with logistic and linear regression analyses. Results Following TKA, the transfusion rate and PLOS were 14.52% and 7.72 ± 3.54 days, respectively, in the tourniquet group, and 6.47% and 6.44 ± 3.48 days, respectively, in the no-tourniquet group. After adjusting for the different related variables, tourniquet use was significantly correlated with a higher transfusion rate (risk ratio = 1.888, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.449–2.461, P < 0.001) and a longer PLOS (partial regression coefficient (B) = 0.923, 95%CI 0.690–1.156, P < 0.001). Conclusions Our findings suggested that tourniquet use in routine primary TKA was related to a higher transfusion rate and a longer PLOS. The impact of tourniquet use on transfusion rate and PLOS should be taken into account in clinical practice.


2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jingyi Li ◽  
Haibei Zhu ◽  
Ren Liao

Abstract Background: With the substantially growing trend of the aging populations in China and the rest of the world, the number of total hip and total knee arthroplasty (THA and TKA) cases are increasing dramatically. It’s important to develop practical strategies to improve the quality of healthcare and better outcome for patients undergoing THA and TKA. Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) pathways have been reported to promote earlier recovery and be beneficial for patients. We propose the hypothesis that ERAS pathway could provide better recovery for patients undergoing primary THA or TKA. Methods/Design: This trial is a prospective, open-labelled, randomized controlled trial that will evaluate the length of stay (LOS) in hospital, and other end points of interest for the patients undergoing ERAS pathway as compared to current non-ERAS clinical practice. A total of 640 patients undergoing primary THA or TKA will be randomly allocated to either ERAS pathway (ERAS group) or conventional care according to individual participating center (non-ERAS group). The primary outcome is the total LOS in hospital, the secondary outcomes include Postoperative LOS, all-cause mortality by 30 days after operation, in-hospital complications, early mobilization, postoperative pain control, total in-hospital cost, and readmission rate by 30 days after discharge from the hospital. Discussion: This trial is designed to evaluate the superiority of the ERAS pathway to conventional non-ERAS clinical practice in reducing the LOS without increasing the incidence of complications or medical cost. The results will provide new insight into the clinical applications of ERAS pathway for total hip and total knee arthroplasty. Trial registration: The National Institutes of Health Clinical Trials Registry, NCT03517098. Registered 04, May, 2018. https://register.clinicaltrials.gov/prs/app/action/ SelectProtocol?sid=S0007YV7&selectaction=Edit&uid=U0001B4E&ts=2&cx=97eyz9


2017 ◽  
Vol 51 (2) ◽  
pp. 182 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rohit Dhawan ◽  
Harshadkumar Rajgor ◽  
Rathan Yarlagadda ◽  
John John ◽  
NiallM Graham

Nursing Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 80-86
Author(s):  
Yan Wu ◽  
Haipeng Xue ◽  
Wenqiang Zhang ◽  
Yuhong Wu ◽  
Yanwei Yang ◽  
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