Outcomes of modern total joint arthroplasty in patients with dementia: a systematic review of challenges and considerations for perioperative care - Takeaways - MDSpire

Outcomes of modern total joint arthroplasty in patients with dementia: a systematic review of challenges and considerations for perioperative care

  • By

  • Halil Bulut

  • Chuck Lam

  • Riese Hussain Patel

  • Tushar Kanti Bhadra

  • Hassan Tahir

  • Burcu Bulut-Okay

  • Erhan Okay

  • Enes Kanay

  • Korhan Ozkan

  • February 24, 2026

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    Dementia affects approximately 55 million people globally, increasing the need for orthopedic interventions like total joint arthroplasty.

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    Patients with dementia face higher risks of complications, increased mortality, and longer hospital stays after total joint arthroplasty.

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    Cognitive impairment complicates perioperative management, rehabilitation, and adherence to postoperative protocols in dementia patients.

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    This systematic review aims to evaluate the impact of dementia on total joint arthroplasty outcomes and identify evidence gaps.

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    Seven studies were included in the review, analyzing outcomes for 13,816 dementia patients undergoing total joint arthroplasty.

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Outcomes of modern total joint arthroplasty in patients with dementia: a systematic review of challenges and considerations for perioperative care

  • by Halil Bulut, Chuck Lam, Riese Hussain Patel, Tushar Kanti Bhadra, Hassan Tahir, Burcu Bulut-Okay, Erhan Okay, Enes Kanay, Korhan Ozkan

  • February 24, 2026

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