Intravenous Combined with Topical Administration of Tranexamic Acid in Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial

ConclusionsThe combined administration of i.v. and topical TXA resulted in a clinically relevant reduction in blood loss, compared with placebo group. No thromboembolic complications were observed. This randomized controlled trial supports the combined i.v. and topical administration of TXA in primary THA.

Source: Orthopaedic Surgery - October 31, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Yi Zeng, Hai ‐Bo Si, Bin Shen, Jing Yang, Zong‐ke Zhou, Peng‐de Kang, Fu‐xing Pei Tags: CLINICAL ARTICLE Source Type: research