The Journal of arthroplasty
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The Patient Acceptable Symptom State (PASS) and "forgotten joint" represent 2 treatment goals that arthroplasty surgeons often pursue. However, the actual Forgotten Joint Score (FJS-12) that corresponds to the PASS and forgotten joint in unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) patients remains unknown. ⋯ For UKA patients, the FJS-12 score has a superior ability to detect a forgotten joint when compared to the WOMAC. The FJS-12 threshold for the PASS is 40.63, while a score above 84.38 can be interpreted as having achieved a forgotten joint.
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Meta Analysis
The Efficacy and Safety of Opioids in Total Joint Arthroplasty: Systematic Review and Direct Meta-Analysis.
Opioids are frequently used to treat pain after total joint arthroplasty (TJA). The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of opioids in primary TJA to support the combined clinical practice guidelines of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Hip Society, Knee Society, and the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Management. ⋯ Moderate evidence supports the use of opioids in TJA to reduce postoperative pain and opioid consumption. Opioids should be used cautiously as they may increase the risk of complications, such as respiratory depression and sedation, especially if combined with other central nervous system depressants or used in the elderly.
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Meta Analysis
The Efficacy and Safety of Gabapentinoids in Total Joint Arthroplasty: Systematic Review and Direct Meta-Analysis.
Gabapentinoids are commonly used as an adjunct to traditional pain management strategies after total joint arthroplasty (TJA). The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of gabapentinoids in primary TJA to support the combined clinical practice guidelines of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Hip Society, Knee Society, and the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Management. ⋯ Moderate evidence supports the use of pregabalin in TJA to reduce postoperative pain and opioid consumption. Gabapentinoids should be used with caution, however, as they may lead to an increased risk of sedation and respiratory depression especially when combined with other central nervous system depressants such as opioids.