Postoperative cognitive dysfunction after total joint arthroplasty in the elderly: A meta-analysis

Julia E. Scott, Jane L. Mathias, Anthony C. Kneebone

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Abstract

This meta-analysis consolidated the research on postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) following total joint arthroplasty (TJA). Data from 17 studies that assessed cognition pre- and post-surgery in TJA patients alone (15 studies) or matched TJA and control groups (2 studies) were analysed. Results were grouped by cognitive domain (memory, attention, language, speed, general cognition) and follow-up interval (pre-discharge, 3-6. months post-surgery). The TJA data revealed small declines in reaction time and general cognition pre-discharge, but no evidence of decline 3-6. months post-surgery. Very limited TJA and Control data indicated no group differences in the changes to performance over time; however, the TJA group was cognitively compromised pre- and post-surgery compared to Controls. Further appropriately controlled research is required to clarify whether POCD commonly occurs after TJA.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)261-267.e1
Number of pages7
JournalJournal of Arthroplasty
Volume29
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Feb 2014
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Elderly
  • Meta-analysis
  • Outcomes
  • Post-operative cognitive dysfunction
  • Total joint arthroplasty

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