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Reduced morphine consumption 6hr post-TKA, no 1yr function difference with vs. without suction drain
June 2019
Reduced morphine consumption 6hr post-TKA, no 1yr function difference with vs. without suction drain
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Role of Suction Drain after Knee Arthroplasty in the Tranexamic Acid Era: A Randomized Controlled Study
Clin Orthop Surg. 2019 Mar;11(1):73-81.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
105 patients, scheduled for a primary unilateral total knee arthroplasty, with administered tranexamic acid, were randomized to receive a large drainage device, small drainage device or no drainage device. Outcomes of interest included pain scores on a Visual Analog Scale, morphine consumption, blood and drainage loss, range of motion, the New Knee Society Score (NKSS), suprapatellar and calf girt...
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