Smoking Dependent Alterations in Bone Formation and Inflammation Represent Major Risk Factors for Complications Following Total Joint Arthroplasty

Smoking Dependent Alterations in Bone Formation and Inflammation Represent Major Risk Factors for Complications Following Total Joint Arthroplasty

Numerous studies have described a correlation between smoking and reduced bone mass. This not only increases fracture risk but also impedes reconstruction/fixation of bone. An increased frequency of complications following surgery is common. Here, we investigate the effect of smoking on the clinical...

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Main Authors: Sabrina Ehnert, Romina H. Aspera-Werz, Christoph Ihle, Markus Trost, Barbara Zirn, Ingo Flesch, Steffen Schröter, Borna Relja, Andreas K. Nussler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-03-01
Series:Journal of Clinical Medicine
Subjects:
total joint arthroplasty (TJA)
cigarettes
smoking
pack-years (PY)
complications
infection
delayed wound healing
revision surgery
bone metabolism
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/8/3/406

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