Proactive office protocols can help provide a successful and safe experience for outpatient joint replacement, according to an abstract published in The Journal of Arthroplasty.
The key details to know:
1. A successful outpatient joint replacement program must include preoperative education, joint classes and follow-up by staff.
2. Those elements must go beyond standard procedure to provide safe outpatient discharges.
3. Enhanced and consistent protocols ensure safety for patients.