PBS item use in persons with TKA vs no TKA in year prior to recruitment
| PBS items | TKA | No TKA |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic (ATC: N02A/N02B) | 43.8% (41.2–45.2) | 33.7% (32.9–34.4) |
| Anti-inflammatory (ATC: M01/M02) | 36.3% (34.6–38.2) | 25.7% (25.0–26.4) |
ATC, Anatomical Therapeutic Code; PBS, Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme; TKA, total knee arthroplasty.