Joint replacement procedures have traditionally been performed in an inpatient setting to minimize complication rates. There is growing evidence that total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) can safely be performed as an outpatient procedure, with the potential benefits of decreased health care expenses and improved patient satisfaction. Prior studies have not reliably made a distinction between outpatient TAA defined as length of stay <1 day and same-day discharge. The purpose of our study was to compare a large volume of same-day discharge and inpatient TAA for safety and efficacy.
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