Disparities in total knee replacement: Population losses in quality ‐adjusted life years due to differential offer, acceptance, and complication rates for Black Americans

ConclusionBlack Americans lose 72,000 QALYs due to disparities in TKR offer and complication rates. Programs to decrease disparities in TKR use are urgently needed.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Arthritis Care and Research - January 1, 2018 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Hannah M. Kerman, Savannah R. Smith, Karen C. Smith, Jamie E. Collins, Lisa G. Suter, Jeffrey N. Katz, Elena Losina Tags: Original Article Source Type: research