Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2767196 | Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine | 2007 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
This study provides evidence that ambulatory CFNB for selected patients undergoing TKA has the potential to reduce hospital length of stay and associated costs and charges. However, the current study has significant inherent limitations based on the study design. Additional research is required to replicate these results in a prospective, randomized, controlled trial and to determine whether any savings exceed additional CFNB costs such as from complications, having caregivers provide care at home, and additional hospital/health care provider visits.
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Authors
Brian M. M.D., M.S., Edward R. M.D., Brian A. M.D., M.B.A., Jennifer N. B.S., Alex M.D., M.B.A.,