Incidence and risk factors for surgical site infection (SSI) after primary hip hemiarthroplasty: an analysis of the ACS-NSQIP hip fracture procedure targeted database.

Arjun GuptaJohn ShinDylan OliverMichael VivesSheldon Lin

Published in: Arthroplasty (London, England) (2023)

Postoperative SSI is a serious complication that is responsible for prolonged hospital stays, increased mortality, and greater healthcare costs. Here, we identified multiple risk factors for SSI after primary HHA in the US elderly population.

Keyphrases

surgical site infection
hip fracture
healthcare
acute coronary syndrome
total hip arthroplasty
adverse drug
patients undergoing
quality improvement
minimally invasive
middle aged
risk factors
emergency department
electronic health record