Markers for Malnutrition and BMI Status in Total Joint Arthroplasty and Pharmaconutrient Therapy

Abstract

» Evaluating the nutritional status of an orthopaedic patient prior to total joint arthroplasty can offer insight into potential postoperative outcomes. » Laboratory values, such as total lymphocyte count, serum albumin, and serum prealbumin, anthropometric measurements, and screening tools are all important resources in assessing nutritional status. » Using body mass index (BMI) in conjunction with laboratory values and other resources to adequately assess nutritional status can be effective in predicting outcomes after total joint arthroplasty.