Higher Levels of Postoperative Mobility and Activity as Measured by the AM-PAC 6 Clicks Instrument Are Associated with Improved Outcomes after Lumbar Fusion.

Introduction: Previous studies have shown that early patient mobility and activity can improve patient outcomes after lumbar fusion procedures. This study aimed to explore the relationship between patient mobility and activity, measured by the Activity Measure for Post-acute Care (AM-PAC) "6-Clicks" assessment and postoperative outcomes in lumbar fusion patients.

Methods: A retrospective review of 306 lumbar fusions (105 with 6-Clicks mobility and 289 with 6-Clicks activity scores) was conducted.

A Systematic Review of Cancer-Related Trauma and Growth in Caregivers Across the Lifespan.

Background: Family members can be required to take on the role of "caregiver" at any stage of life, causing disruption and psychological distress. This review sought to describe the traumatic impact (i.e.

Antibiotic Length of Therapy: Is Shorter Better in Older Adults?

Antibiotic lengths of therapy (LOT) vary widely, based on infection type, antibiotic regimen, and patient characteristics. Longer LOT are associated with increased risk of antibiotic resistance, adverse effects, and health care costs. There are increasing data supporting shorter LOT for many infections based on randomized, controlled trials (RCTs).

Factors Affecting Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) in Patients With Septic Shock: An Analysis of a National Inpatient Sample Database.

Background: Septic shock is defined as sepsis with hypotension requiring vasopressors to maintain a mean arterial pressure above 65 mmHg and having a serum lactate level of more than 2 mmol/L despite adequate volume resuscitation as per the Sepsis-3 criteria. Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) is commonly utilized in septic shock patients for the treatment of acute kidney injury as well as for modulating immune response and maintaining hemodynamic stability.

Methods: We looked at the National Inpatient Sample database in 2019.

Outcomes and Cost-Effectiveness of Hospital Outpatient Versus Ambulatory Surgery Center Lumbar Decompression Surgery.

Study Design: Retrospective Chart Review.

Objectives: Outpatient spinal surgeries in Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) have gained traction due to their potential cost efficiencies and improved perioperative processes. This study aims to compare the cost-effectiveness and patient outcomes of lumbar laminectomies performed in hospital settings vs ASCs.