Episode 95: Optimal Duration of Antibiotic Holiday Before Reimplantation in Two-Stage Exchange Arthroplasty for Periprosthetic Joint Infection: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Host Rex Lutz, DO Guest interviewees Carlos A. Higuera Rueda, MD, FAAOS, and Elizabeth K. Carlino, MD, discussing their research article, "Optimal Duration of Antibiotic Holiday Before Reimplantation in Two-Stage Exchange Arthroplasty for Periprosthetic Joint Infection: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis" from the October 1, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/jaaos/toc/2026/10010) Articles summarized from the October 1, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/jaaos/toc/2026/10010) o    Research article "Systematic Review of Wound Complications After Direct Anterior Approach Total Hip Arthroplasty: Incidence, Risk Factors, and Management Strategies" o    Research article "Lateral UKA Is Associated With Mixed 90-Day and 5-Year Outcomes Relative to Medial UKA and TKA" Follow this link to download these and other articles from the October 1, 2026 issue of JAAOS (https://journals.lww.com/jaaos/toc/2026/10010) and the October 15, 2026 issue of JAAOS https://journals.lww.com/jaaos/toc/2026/10010). The JAAOS Unplugged podcast series is brought to you by the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the AAOS Resident Assembly. The opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of AAOS. The opinions, information, and discussions presented in the podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only.  The podcast is not intended to provide legal advice as each case and jurisdiction will vary.  Medical professionals should consult with their own attorney or an attorney involved in the claims process to address questions or concerns about any legal aspects associated with the patient evaluation.  

Host Rex Lutz, DO Guest interviewee  Reza Jazayeri, MD, FAAOS, discussing his research article, "Nutritional Optimization in Spine Surgery: A Review of Its Implications for Postoperative Recovery and Outcomes" from the September 15, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/09150) Article summarized from the September 1, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/09010) o    Research article "Dementia as a Marker of Poor Outcome After Hip Hemiarthroplasty" Article summarized from the September 15, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/09150) o    Research article "Factors Associated With Readmission to the Hospital Within 90-Days Following Elective Lumbar Fusion Surgery" Follow this link to download these and other articles from the September 1, 2026 issue of JAAOS (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/09010) and the September 15, 2026 issue of JAAOS (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/09150). The JAAOS Unplugged podcast series is brought to you by the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the AAOS Resident Assembly. The opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of AAOS. The opinions, information, and discussions presented in the podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only.  The podcast is not intended to provide legal advice as each case and jurisdiction will vary.  Medical professionals should consult with their own attorney or an attorney involved in the claims process to address questions or concerns about any legal aspects associated with the patient evaluation.

 Host Rex Lutz, DO Guest interviewees Catherine J. Fedorka, MD, FAAOS, discussing her research article "Liposomal Bupivacaine + Bupivacaine Versus Bupivacaine Interscalene Nerve Block Effect on Pain After Rotator Cuff Repair: A Randomized Control Trial" from the August 15, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/08150) Article summarized from the August 1, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/08010) Research article "Surgical Fixation Versus Cast Immobilization for Adults With Bicortical Scaphoid Fractures: A Target Trial Emulation of the SWIFFT Trial" Article summarized from the August 15, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/08150) Research article "Can Computed Tomography Hounsfield Units Predict Distal Humerus Fracture Mechanical Complications?   Follow this link to download these and other articles from the August 1, 2026 issue of JAAOS (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/08010) and the August 15, 2026 issue of JAAOS (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/08150). The JAAOS Unplugged podcast series is brought to you by the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the AAOS Resident Assembly. The opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of AAOS. The opinions, information, and discussions presented in the podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only.  The podcast is not intended to provide legal advice as each case and jurisdiction will vary.  Medical professionals should consult with their own attorney or an attorney involved in the claims process to address questions or concerns about any legal aspects associated with the patient evaluation.

Host Rex Lutz, DO Guest interviewees Jordan B. Robbins, MD, and Ian Meshay, MD, discussing their research article "Effects of Three-Dimensional CT on Surgical Plans for Trimalleolar Ankle Fractures"" from the July 15, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/07150) Articles summarized from the July 15, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/07150) Research article "Comparison of Early Postoperative Complications and Work Relative Value Units–Based Compensation After Primary Versus Revision Total Ankle Arthroplasty" Research article "Failure Rate of Fixed Versus Mobile Bearing Total Ankle Arthroplasty" Follow this link to download these and other articles from the July 1, 2026 issue of JAAOS (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/07010) and the July 15, 2026 issue of JAAOS (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/07150). The JAAOS Unplugged podcast series is brought to you by the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the AAOS Resident Assembly. The opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of AAOS. The opinions, information, and discussions presented in the podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only.  The podcast is not intended to provide legal advice as each case and jurisdiction will vary.  Medical professionals should consult with their own attorney or an attorney involved in the claims process to address questions or concerns about any legal aspects associated with the patient evaluation.

Host: Rex Lutz, DO Guest interviewee Alexander Lauder, MD, FAAOS, discussing his research article "The Impact of Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists on Fracture Risk in Overweight or Obese, Nondiabetic Patients" from the June 15, 2026 issue. Article summarized from the June 1, 2026 issue: "Insurance Type Matters Most: An Analysis of Risk Factors for Poor Physical Therapy Adherence After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in an Urban Population." Article summarized from the June 15, 2026 issue: "Association of Cartilage Cap Thickness With Tumor Grade and Outcomes in Secondary Chondrosarcoma." Follow these links to download articles from the June 1, 2026 issue and the June 15, 2026 issue of JAAOS. The JAAOS Unplugged podcast series is brought to you by the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the AAOS Resident Assembly. The opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of AAOS. The content is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. Medical professionals should consult their own attorney or an attorney involved in the claims process for guidance regarding legal matters related to patient evaluation. This episode is sponsored by Orthofix Bone Growth Therapy. For more information, visit BoneGrowthTherapy.com.

Host Rex Lutz, DOGuest interviewee Kenneth Egol, MD, discussing his research article "Comparison of Iliac Crest Autograft and Alternative Bone Grafts in the Treatment of Nonunion: A Retrospective Study" from the May 1, 2026 issueArticles summarized from the May 1, 2026 issue Research article "Preoperative Cannabis Use Is Associated With Elevated Risk for Complications and Revision Surgery After Anterior Cervical Diskectomy and Fusion Improvement in Antimicrobial Stewardship for Orthopaedics Procedures: A NSQIP Quality-Improvement Project"Research article "Smoking Cessation Success—Total Joint Arthroplasty as a Powerful Motivator"Follow this link to download these and other articles from the May 1, 2026 issue of JAAOS and the May 15, 2026 issue of JAAOS.The JAAOS Unplugged podcast series is brought to you by the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the AAOS Resident Assembly.The opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of AAOS. The opinions, information, and discussions presented in the podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only. The podcast is not intended to provide legal advice as each case and jurisdiction will vary. Medical professionals should consult with their own attorney or an attorney involved in the claims process to address questions or concerns about any legal aspects associated with the patient evaluation.

Host Rex Lutz, DOGuest interviewee Alexander Aretakis, MD, discussing his research article "Risk of Refracture in Proximal Both Bone Forearm Fractures in Children" from the April 1, 2026 issueArticle summarized from the April 1, 2026 issueResearch article "Improvement in Antimicrobial Stewardship for Orthopaedics Procedures: A NSQIP Quality-Improvement Project"Articles summarized from the April 15, 2026 issue Research article "Factors Associated With Time to Surgery of Geriatric Hip Fractures: An Analysis of the American College of Surgeons'' Trauma Quality-Improvement Program Database"Follow this link to download these and other articles from the April 1, 2026 issue of JAAOS and the April 15, 2026 issue of JAAOS.The JAAOS Unplugged podcast series is brought to you by the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the AAOS Resident Assembly.The opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of AAOS. The opinions, information, and discussions presented in the podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only.  The podcast is not intended to provide legal advice as each case and jurisdiction will vary.  Medical professionals should consult with their own attorney or an attorney involved in the claims process to address questions or concerns about any legal aspects associated with the patient evaluation.This episode is sponsored by Orthofix Bone Growth Therapy. For more information, go to BoneGrowthTherapy.com.

Host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD Guest interviewee Arun R. Hariharan, MD, MS, FAAOS, discussing his research article "Surgeons on Social Media: Dissecting the Impact of Social Media Across Orthopaedic Subspecialties" from the March 1, 2026 issue. Article summarized from the March 1, 2026 issue Research article "Recalls of Arthroscopic Equipment After Food and Drug Administration 510(k) Approval: A Twenty-Year Analysis of Causes, Trends, and Time to Recall (2004 to 2024)". Articles summarized from the March 15, 2026 issue Review article "Custom Implants and Patient-Specific Instrumentation in Total Shoulder Arthroplasty" Follow this link to download these and other articles from the March 1, 2026 issue of JAAOS and the March 15, 2026 issue of JAAOS. The JAAOS Unplugged podcast series is brought to you by the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the AAOS Resident Assembly. The opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of AAOS. The opinions, information, and discussions presented in the podcast are for general informational and educational purposes only. The podcast is not intended to provide legal advice as each case and jurisdiction will vary. Medical professionals should consult with their own attorney or an attorney involved in the claims process to address questions or concerns about any legal aspects associated with the patient evaluation.

Host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD Guest interviewee Christopher L. Shultz, MD, discussing his review article "Evaluation and Management of Knee Dislocations" from the February 15, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/02010) Article summarized from the February 1, 2026 issue (https://journals.lww.com/Jaaos/toc/2026/02010) Review article "Hip Spine Syndrome: Management of Patients With Concurrent Hip and Spine Degenerative Pathologies"