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The geriatric nutritional risk index as a strong predictor of adverse outcomes following total shoulder arthroplasty

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Background: This study investigates the association between the Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index (GNRI), a simple readily available measure of malnutrition risk, and 30-day postoperative complications following total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA). Methods: The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database was queried for all patients who underwent TSA between 2015 and 2021. The study population was divided into 3 groups based on preoperative GNRI: normal/reference (GNRI > 98), moderate malnutrition (92 ≤ GNRI ≤ 98), and severe malnutrition (GNRI < 92). Logistic regression analysis was conducted to investigate the connection between preoperative GNRI and postoperative complications. Results: = .007). Conclusion: Malnutrition based on GNRI is a strong predictor of complications following TSA, with increasing severity related to an increased rate of complications.

Source: JSES International

DOI: 10.1016/j.jseint.2023.08.022