Publications by authors named "William G Elnemer"
Article Synopsis
- This study analyzes the impact of various comorbidities, such as obesity and hypertension, on hospital charges, costs, and length of stay for patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA).
- A total of over 1 million patients from a national database were examined, revealing significant variation in hospital charges and costs associated with specific comorbidities like weight loss and pulmonary hypertension.
- The findings suggest that addressing certain modifiable and non-modifiable health issues through targeted programs could help reduce overall hospital expenses and length of stay for TKA patients.
Background Context: Enhancing gender diversity at academic conferences is critical for advancing women's representation and career trajectories in spine surgery.
Purpose: To discover trends in women's representation at major spine conferences over a 15-year period.
Study Design/setting: Conference records from the 2007-2021 annual meetings of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, North American Spine Society, and Scoliosis Research Society (SRS).
Purpose Of Review: Posterior cruciate ligament injuries can be treated conservatively with a structured rehabilitation program or with surgical reconstruction. Treatment algorithms are based on a variety of factors including the patient's presentation, physical exam, and desired level of activity. The goal is to return the patient to their athletic pursuits with a stable and pain-free knee.
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