Peri-Operative Impact of Cannabis Use in Conjunction With Elective Primary Breast Augmentation in a Private Practice.

Background The consumption of recreational and medicinal cannabis in the United States continues to increase. Understanding the effects of cannabis in patients undergoing elective primary breast augmentation (EPBA) is of paramount importance with the expanding rates of reported cannabis consumption. Objectives This study aims to analyze the peri-operative impact of cannabis use in conjunction with EPBA in a single-surgeon practice in San Francisco, California.

Reviewing the Impact of Topical and Intravenous Tranexamic Acid Use in Breast Plastic Surgery.

Background: Topical and intravenous uses of tranexamic acid (TXA) have been shown to reduce bleeding and ecchymosis in various surgical fields. However, there is a lack of data evaluating the efficacy of TXA in breast surgery. This systematic review evaluates the impact of TXA on hematoma and seroma incidence in breast plastic surgery.

High Case Volume Predicts Greater Odds of Autograft Use and Meniscal Repair for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.

Purpose: To evaluate how both annual surgeon and facility volume affect the cost and outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery. We also aimed to identify trends in how surgeon caseload predicts graft selection.

Methods: The 2014 State Ambulatory and Surgical Database from Florida was used.

Disparities in Cost and Access by Caseload for Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: An Analysis of 18,616 Cases.

Background: Surgeon caseload has been shown to affect both health and economic outcomes in arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. Although previous studies have investigated disparities in access to care, little is known about disparities between low- and high-volume surgeons and facilities.

Purpose: To identify where disparities may exist regarding access to high-volume surgeons and facilities.