Elevated risk of prosthetic infections in cannabis users after shoulder arthroplasty.

Ethan A RemilySandeep S BainsJeremy DubinDaniel HameedJeremy ReichMichael G LiveseyZhongming ChenMallory C MooreJohn V Ingari

Published in: European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie (2024)

Our study found cannabis use to cause greater risk for superficial and deep infection. More research involving randomized trials are needed to fully elucidate the impact of cannabis use on shoulder arthroplasty procedures. Clinically, these findings can appropriately guide surgeons and patients alike regarding expectations prior to undergoing TSA.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
newly diagnosed
peritoneal dialysis
patient reported outcomes