The bone & joint journal
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The bone & joint journal · Dec 2019
Augmented reality in orthopaedics: a systematic review and a window on future possibilities.
Computer-based applications are increasingly being used by orthopaedic surgeons in their clinical practice. With the integration of technology in surgery, augmented reality (AR) may become an important tool for surgeons in the future. By superimposing a digital image on a user's view of the physical world, this technology shows great promise in orthopaedics. The aim of this review is to investigate the current and potential uses of AR in orthopaedics. ⋯ There is an increasing interest in AR among orthopaedic surgeons. Although studies show similar or better outcomes with AR compared with traditional techniques, many challenges need to be addressed before this technology is ready for widespread use. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2019;101-B:1479-1488.
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The bone & joint journal · Dec 2019
Postoperative opioid cessation rates based on preoperative opioid use: analysis of common orthopaedic procedures.
The aim of this study was to characterize the relationship between pre- and postoperative opioid use among patients undergoing common elective orthopaedic procedures. ⋯ Chronic preoperative opioid use increases the risk of chronic postoperative use, but an opioid-free period before surgery decreases this risk compared with continuous preoperative use Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2019;101-B:1570-1577.