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Perioperative considerations in the arthritic patient
1Department of Surgery, California College of Podiatric Medicine, San Francisco.
Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
|January 1, 1988
Summary
Surgeons must understand arthritis disease processes, not just surgical techniques, to minimize patient complications. A multidisciplinary team approach is crucial for optimal outcomes in arthritis patients undergoing surgery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Rheumatology
- Patient Care
Background:
- Arthritis patients present unique challenges for surgeons.
- Understanding the underlying disease process is vital for reducing surgical complications.
- Patients with chronic arthritis often require multiple reconstructive surgeries, increasing risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To emphasize the surgeon's responsibility extends beyond surgical knowledge to encompass disease process understanding.
- To highlight the importance of managing avoidable complications in arthritis patients.
- To advocate for a comprehensive, team-based approach in managing arthritis patients undergoing surgery.
Main Methods:
- Review of current understanding of surgical patient care in rheumatology.
- Emphasis on the need for continuous learning regarding evolving rheumatological attitudes.
- Discussion of the multifaceted challenges posed by arthritis patients.
Main Results:
- Arthritis patients are susceptible to numerous avoidable and inevitable complications.
- Multiple surgeries significantly elevate the risk of complications.
- A coordinated team approach is essential for optimal patient care.
Conclusions:
- Surgeons must possess a working knowledge of arthritis disease processes to mitigate surgical risks.
- A collaborative approach involving rheumatologists, surgeons, physiatrists, physical therapists, and informed patients is key.
- This integrated strategy aims to maximize surgical outcomes and minimize complication incidence.