Prevalence of neurocognitive dsyfunction and its effects on postoperative outcomes in total joint arthroplasty
Journal of Arthroplasty Sep 19, 2017
Edusei E, et al. - This study outlined the prevalence of neurocognitive dysfunction (NCD) and its effects on postoperative outcomes in joint arthroplasty (TJA) population. Findings revealed that neurocognitive dysfunction was highly prevalent in TJA candidates and might be associated with higher BMI, ASA scores, and rates of depression. These patients were predisposed to suboptimal postoperative outcomes including increased ICU admissions and prolonged rehabilitation.
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