Abstract. Background. The use of
We report the effect of padding on the efficiency of the pneumatic
During total knee arthroplasty (TKA), a
Aim.
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Over a two-year period, 265 Norwegian orthopaedic surgeons working at 71 institutions performed 63 484 operations under a
In this study patients were randomized between surgeon chosen pressure (control) and an automatically determined
Background. Tourniquets and tranexamic acid (TXA) are commonly used in total knee arthroplasty (TKA), but there is not consensus on how these interventions affect blood transfusion rates and total blood loss. Few studies examine the combined use of both interventions. We compared outcome measures and transfusion rates following TKA, with and without the use of
INTRODUCTION. The efficacy and safety of the
Recent emphasis in total knee arthroplasty has been on accelerated rehabilitation and recovery. Minimally invasive and quadriceps sparing techniques have been developed to expediate return to normal function. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of the
Introduction. Tourniquets have been used for many years during total knee arthroplasty as a means of achieving a bloodless field for better visualization and cement-bond inter-digitation. Controversy has surrounded the necessity for a
Introduction. Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is associated with significant blood loss, for which blood transfusion might be necessary. The role of the
Introduction. Haemorrhage is the main cause of preventable death on the modern battlefield. As Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) in Afghanistan become increasingly powerful, more proximal limb injuries are occurring. Significant concerns now exist about the ability of the windlass Combat Application
Purpose. Recently many authors have questioned the role of
Introduction. To reduce several disadvantages many surgeons are not using
Background. Although
Blood loss is a major concern in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) along with postoperative knee function. The present study explores the impact of