Effect of preoperative hemoglobin A(1c) level on acute postoperative complications of total joint arthroplasty.

Diabetes mellitus is a well-established risk factor for postoperative complications of total joint arthroplasty (TJA). We conducted a study to identify a specific hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) level at which immediate postoperative complication rates increased after TJA. HbA1c levels were measured within 90 days preoperatively.

Effect of atorvastatin on the cortical bones of corticosteroid treated rabbits.

Osteoporosis ("secondary" osteoporosis) and avascular necrosis (AVN) of the femoral head are well-known adverse effects of corticosteroid therapy. Statins have been reputed to increase bone strength and bone density. In this study, we evaluated the effect of atorvastatin calcium on the flexural properties (3-point bending strength and modulus) of corticosteroid (methylprednisolone acetate) treated rabbit femurs and tibias.

Factors affecting patient selection of graft type in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to assess factors associated with patient selection of graft type for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction.

Methods: We retrospectively identified 1,038 patients who underwent ACL reconstruction over a 5-year period. Surgery was performed by 5 different surgeons.