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Topical TXA and IV TXA similarly effective in reducing blood loss in tourniquetless TKA
June 2017
Topical TXA and IV TXA similarly effective in reducing blood loss in tourniquetless TKA
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Intravenous vs Topical Tranexamic Acid in Total Knee Arthroplasty Without Tourniquet Application: A Randomized Controlled Study
J Arthroplasty. 2016 Nov;31(11):2465-2470Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
120 patients scheduled for primary unilateral total knee arthroplasty without a tourniquet were randomized to one of three groups: one group was administered topical tranexamic acid via an intra-articular injection at the end of the procedure; one group was administered intravenous tranexamic acid at the beginning of the procedure; and one group did not receive tranexamic acid administration. Pati...
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