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Title
Is minimally invasive total knee arthroplasty associated with lower costs than traditional TKA?
Authors
King, Jason C; Manner, Paul A; Stamper, Daniel L; Schaad, Douglas C; Leopold, Seth S
Abstract
Studies of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) approaches to TKA have shown decreased postoperative pain, earlier return to function, and shorter lengths of stay in the hospital. However, it is unclear whether these differences translate into decreased costs or charges associated with care.
Publication
Clinical orthopaedics and related research, 2011, Vol 469, Issue 6, p1716