We conducted a study of 312 patients undergoing primary hip and knee arthroplasty in 2005. The aim was to identify the correlation between length of stay, ASA (American society of Anaesthesiologist) grade and BMI (Body Mass Index). 312 patients underwent hip and knee arthroplasty in 2005. ASA grade for surgery was documented by the anaesthetist and BMI by the nurses. 67 patients had inadequate documentation. SPSS software was used for analysis.Introduction
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