Simultaneous vs Staged Procedures for Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty: Reduced Infection, Cost, and Readmission Rates Associated With Simultaneous Procedures.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Many patients require total knee arthroplasty (TKA) bilaterally; however, there is limited data on bilateral procedures. This study aims to compare medical and surgical complications and hospital-related outcomes between simultaneous and staged bilateral TKA. We hypothesize that staged procedures will have superior outcomes.

Methods

This retrospective cohort study queried the National Readmissions Database, years 2016-2020, for patients undergoing bilateral TKA via ICD-10 codes. For patients undergoing staged procedures, outcomes were compared in aggregate for comparison to simultaneous operations. Multivariate regression was performed to assess complications. Negative binomial regression was utilized for 30-day readmission, reoperation, and discharge dispo

SUBMITTER: Singh A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11770484 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature