The value of national arthroplasty registry data in 2023

The importance of registries has been brought into focus by recent UK national reports focusing on implant (Cumberlege) and surgeon (Paterson) performance. National arthroplasty registries provide real-time, real-world information about implant, hospital, and surgeon performance and allow case identification in the event of product recall or adverse surgical outcomes. They are a valuable resource for research and service improvement given the volume of data recorded and the longitunidal nature of data collection. This review discusses the current value of registry data as it relates to both clinical practice and research.

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The recent UK national reports on implant and surgeon performance (Cumberlege and Paterson) have emphasized the importance of registries. National arthroplasty registries provide real-time, real-world information about implant, hospital, and surgeon performance, and facilitate case identification in the event of adverse outcomes or product recalls. Due to the large volume and longitudinal nature of data collection, they are a valuable resource for research and service improvement. This review discusses the current value of registry data in clinical practice and research.