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Inpatient vs Outpatient Total Knee Replacement

Osteoarthritis, Knee

This is a prospective cohort study comparing standard inpatient (overnight hospital stay) total knee arthroplasty with same day discharge. Patients who are medically well and have a good support structure at home will be recruited. This study will compare patient satisfaction and costs from the perspectives of the Ministry of Health, the institution, society and the patient.

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Conditions de participation

  • Sexe:

    ALL

  • Âges admissibles:

    18 and up

Critères de participation

Inclusion Criteria:

* Osteoarthritis of the knee
* Booked for primary unilateral total knee arthroplasty
* Have the ability to read and understand English (printed instructions are provided in English only)
* Home / cell phone access
* Planning to be discharged to home environment
* Patient has an adult to accompany them home post-operatively

Exclusion Criteria:

* Cognitive issues that preclude the ability to understand instructions or provide informed consent
* Lack of a social supports at home
* American Society of Anaesthesiologists (ASA) score equal to or less than 4

Lieu de l'étude

London Health Sciences Centre
London Health Sciences Centre
London, Ontario
Canada

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Étude parrainée par
London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's
Participants recherchés
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ID de l'étude: NCT04228731