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Topical TXA reduces transfusion and blood loss in THA compared to placebo
February 2015
Topical TXA reduces transfusion and blood loss in THA compared to placebo
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Topical application of tranexamic Acid in primary total hip arthroplasty: a randomized double-blind controlled trial
J Arthroplasty. 2014 Dec;29(12):2452-6Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
103 patients scheduled for total hip arthroplasty were randomized to intraoperatively receive the application of 3g tranexamic intra-articularly (IA-TXA), or simply receive saline. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of IA-TXA in reducing transfusion rate and blood loss, without increasing the incidence of thromboembolic complications. The results demonstrated a significantly lo...
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