glp-1 agonists in joint arthroplasty
The Hidden Cost of GLP‑1 Agonists in Joint Arthroplasty
Semaglutide and tirzepatide require a 7-day peri-operative hold before total knee arthroplasty, adding hidden costs to surgical scheduling. The pause is intended to reduce nausea and hypoglycemia risk, but it creates a cascade of coordination steps that can delay operating-room access and increase administrative overhead. A 2023 analysis showed that