Impact of comorbid conditions on outcomes of hip and knee replacement surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Bélène PodmoreAndrew HutchingsJan van der MeulenAjay AggarwalSujith KonanPublished in: BMJ open (2018)
This systematic review shows that comorbidities predominantly have an impact on the safety of hip and knee replacement surgery but little impact on its effectiveness. There is a need for high-quality studies also considering the severity of comorbid conditions.