
ARTHROPLASTY
AAOS: Blood loss and transfusion rates do not differ between tranexamic acid preperations
60 patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty were randomized to receive intravenous or topical tranexamic acid to compare the efficacy of preparations on postoperative blood loss and transfusion rates. Results indicated blood loss, change in hemoglobin levels, transfusion rates, and thromboembolic events did not differ significantly between groups.
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