The use of tobacco is a modifiable risk factor for poor outcomes and readmissions after shoulder arthroplasty.

Andrew M SchwartzKevin Xavier FarleySusanne H BodenJacob M WilsonCharles A DalyMichael B GottschalkEric R Wagner

Published in: The bone & joint journal (2020)

Smokers have an increased risk of readmission and medical and surgical complications after TSA. These risks are similar to those found for smokers after hip and knee arthroplasty. Many surgeons choose to avoid these elective procedures in patients who smoke. The increased risks should be considered when counselling patients who smoke before undertaking TSA. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2020;102-B(11):1549-1554.

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