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Role of erythropoietin in reducing allogeneic transfusions after joint arthroplasty
September 2014
Role of erythropoietin in reducing allogeneic transfusions after joint arthroplasty
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Preoperative Use of Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Before Total Joint Arthroplasty
J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2003 Sep;85-A(9):1795-800Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
240 patients undergoing arthroplasty of the hip or knee were randomized to preoperatively receive erythropoietin and autologous donation (Group 1), erythropoietin alone (Group 2), or preoperative autologous donation alone (Group 3). Patients were then evaluated postoperatively for allogeneic transfusion requirements, hemoglobin values, and complications or adverse reactions. Patients in Group 1 ha...
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