This journal publishes research on orthopedic surgery outcomes, including comparisons of surgical techniques, the impact of patient comorbidities like diabetes and obesity on surgical results, and the effects of medications such as GLP-1 receptor agonists on perioperative outcomes. It also covers trends in surgical settings and surgeon well-being following complications.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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SurgeryQ1
Orthopedics and Sports MedicineQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
OrthopedicsSurgery
Scopus Categories
Orthopedics and Sports MedicineSurgery
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Total Knee Arthroplasty OutcomesOrthopaedic implants and arthroplastyShoulder Injury and TreatmentOrthopedic Infections and TreatmentsKnee injuries and reconstruction techniquesSpine and Intervertebral Disc PathologyHip disorders and treatmentsOsteoarthritis Treatment and MechanismsBone fractures and treatmentsOrthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation