Alkaline Phosphatase is an Independent Risk Factor for Periprosthetic Fractures in Total Joint Arthroplasty.

Brandon E Lung Matthew T KimMaddison McLellanKylie CallanEdward D WangWilliam McMasterSteven YangDavid H So

Published in: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global research & reviews (2023)

Abnormal serum ALP levels in patients undergoing primary total joint arthroplasty are associated with increased postoperative periprosthetic fracture risk and medical complications requiring increased length of stay and discharge to a rehabilitation facility.

Keyphrases

patients undergoing
total hip
total hip arthroplasty
healthcare
risk factors
total knee arthroplasty
hip fracture