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Jarusriwanna A, Pornrattanamaneewong C, Narkbunnam R, Ruangsomboon P, Thitithapana P, Chareancholvanich K. Does the accelerometer-based navigation system reduce blood loss and transfusion in one-stage sequential bilateral total knee arthroplasty? A randomized double-blind controlled trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2023; 24:531. [PMID: 37386413 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-023-06648-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/16/2023] [Indexed: 07/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is associated with significant blood loss and postoperative transfusion. The accelerometer-based navigation (ABN) system guides the bone cutting plane without breaching the intramedullary canal, which may reduce bleeding. This study aimed to investigate blood loss and transfusion compared between the ABN system and the conventional procedure in patients undergoing one-stage sequential bilateral TKA (SBTKA). METHODS A total of 66 patients scheduled for SBTKA were randomly allocated to either the ABN or conventional group. Postoperative hematocrit (Hct) level, drainage blood loss, transfusion rate, and amount of packed red cell transfusion were collected. Total red blood cell (RBC) loss was then calculated for the primary outcome. RESULTS The mean calculated total RBC loss in the ABN and conventional group was 669.7 and 630.0 mL, respectively (p = 0.572). There was no significant difference between groups for other evaluated outcome parameters, including postoperative Hct level, drainage blood loss, or packed red cell transfusion volume. All patients in the conventional group required postoperative blood transfusion while 96.8% of patients in the ABN group were transfused. CONCLUSIONS The total RBC loss and volume of packed red cells transfusion were not significant difference between interventions, which suggest no benefit of the ABN system in reducing blood loss and transfusion in patients undergoing SBTKA. TRIAL REGISTRATION The protocol of this study was registered in the Thai Clinical Trials Registry database no. TCTR20201126002 on 26/11/2020.
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- Atthakorn Jarusriwanna
- Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine, Naresuan University, Phitsanulok, Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.
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Cao G, Zhang S, Wang Y, Xu H, Quan S, Cai L, Feng W, Yao J, Tan H, Pei F. The efficacy and safety of tranexamic acid in rheumatoid arthritis patients undergoing simultaneous bilateral total knee arthroplasty: a multicenter retrospective study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2023; 24:379. [PMID: 37189066 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-023-06485-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2022] [Accepted: 05/03/2023] [Indexed: 05/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The efficacy and safety of tranexamic acid (TXA) in reducing blood loss following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in patients with osteoarthritis have been widely confirmed. However, there is still a paucity of the evidences regarding the effectiveness of TXA in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The purpose of the study is to explore the efficacy and safety of intravenous TXA on blood loss and transfusion risk following simultaneous bilateral TKA (SBTKA) in patients with RA. METHODS As a multicenter retrospective study, a total of 74 patients diagnosed with RA who underwent SBTKA were assigned into TXA group (15 mg/kg intravenous TXA before skin incision, n = 50) and control group (no TXA use, n = 24). The primary outcomes were total blood loss (TBL) and intraoperative blood loss (IBL). The secondary outcomes were hemoglobin (Hb) and hematocrit (Hct) drop on postoperative day 3, transfusion rate and volume, ambulation time, length of stay, hospitalization expenses and the incidence of complications. RESULTS The mean TBL, IBL and transfusion volume in TXA group were significantly lower than those in control group. The Hb and Hct drop on postoperative day 3 in control group were higher than those in TXA group (p<0.05). The similar trend was detected on transfusion rate, ambulation time and length of stay. The incidence of complications and hospitalization expenses did not differ significantly between the two groups (p>0.05). CONCLUSIONS TXA could effectively reduce blood loss, decrease transfusion risk, shorten ambulation time and length of stay following SBTKA in patients with RA, without increasing the risk of complications.
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- Guorui Cao
- Department of Knee Surgery, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province. Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province, 82 Qiming South Road, Luoyang, Henan Province, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopaedic surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, SiChuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Third Hospital of Mianyang, Sichuan Mental Health Center, Mianyang, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
- Department of Orthopaedic surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, SiChuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, SiChuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Knee Surgery, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province. Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province, 82 Qiming South Road, Luoyang, Henan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Knee Surgery, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province. Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province, 82 Qiming South Road, Luoyang, Henan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Knee Surgery, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province. Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province, 82 Qiming South Road, Luoyang, Henan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Knee Surgery, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province. Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province, 82 Qiming South Road, Luoyang, Henan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Knee Surgery, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province. Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province, 82 Qiming South Road, Luoyang, Henan Province, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Orthopaedic surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, SiChuan Province, People's Republic of China.
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Jiang W, Wang X, Xu H, Liu M, Xie J, Huang Q, Zhou R, Zhou Z, Pei F. Tourniquets can further reduce perioperative blood loss in patients on dexamethasone and tranexamic acid during cemented total knee arthritis: a single-center, double-blind, randomized controlled trial. J Orthop Traumatol 2023; 24:17. [PMID: 37119309 PMCID: PMC10148759 DOI: 10.1186/s10195-023-00698-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2022] [Accepted: 04/02/2023] [Indexed: 05/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Multiple doses of dexamethasone and tranexamic acid can inhibit postoperative inflammation and reduce fibrinolysis and perioperative blood loss in total knee arthroplasty. In this single-center, double-blind, randomized clinical trial, the aim was to investigate whether applying a tourniquet to patients on dexamethasone and tranexamic acid could further reduce perioperative blood loss. MATERIALS AND METHODS Patients who underwent cemented total knee arthroplasty at our hospital were randomized to receive a tourniquet (n = 71) or not (n = 70) during the procedure. All patients received multiple doses of dexamethasone and tranexamic acid perioperatively. The primary outcome was perioperative blood loss, while secondary outcomes were surgery duration, postoperative laboratory indices of inflammation and fibrinolysis, range of knee motion, VAS pain score, knee circumference, knee swelling rate, homologous transfusion, albumin use, and complications. RESULTS Using a tourniquet was associated with significantly lower intraoperative blood loss (P < 0.001) and total blood loss (P = 0.007) as well as significantly shorter surgery duration (P < 0.001). In contrast, the tourniquet did not significantly affect hidden blood loss, postoperative inflammation or fibrinolysis, range of knee motion, VAS pain score, knee circumference, knee swelling rate, homologous transfusion, albumin use, or complications. CONCLUSIONS The results of this randomized clinical trial demonstrate that applying a tourniquet during cemented total knee arthroplasty to patients receiving multiple doses of dexamethasone and tranexamic acid can further reduce perioperative blood loss without increasing the risk of inflammation, fibrinolysis, or other complications. Thus, it is advised to use tourniquets combined with dexamethasone and tranexamic acid to reduce perioperative blood loss and avoid tourniquet-related adverse events. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level I. Trial registration Chinese Clinical Trail Registry, ChiCTR2200060567. Registered 5 June 2022-retrospectively registered, http://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.aspx?proj=171291.
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- Wenyu Jiang
- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No.37, Guoxue Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Third People's Hospital of Chengdu, Southwest Jiao Tong University, No.37, Guoxue Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No.37, Guoxue Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No.37, Guoxue Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No.37, Guoxue Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No.37, Guoxue Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No.37, Guoxue Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No.37, Guoxue Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, No.37, Guoxue Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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Wang KY, LaVelle MJ, Gazgalis A, Bender JM, Geller JA, Neuwirth AL, Cooper HJ, Shah RP. Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty: Current Concepts Review. JBJS Rev 2023; 11:01874474-202301000-00011. [PMID: 36722826 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.rvw.22.00194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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» Bilateral total knee arthroplasty (BTKA) is an effective surgical treatment for bilateral knee arthritis and can be performed as a simultaneous surgery under a single anesthetic setting or as staged surgeries on separate days. » Appropriate patient selection is important for simultaneous BTKA with several factors coming into consideration such as age, comorbidities, work status, and home support, among others. » While simultaneous BTKA is safe when performed on appropriately selected patients, current evidence suggests that the risk of complications after simultaneous BTKA remains higher than for staged BTKA. » When staged surgery is preferred, current evidence indicates that complication risks are minimized if the 2 knees are staged at least 3 months apart. » Simultaneous BTKA is the economically advantageous treatment option relative to staged BTKA, primarily because of shorter total operative time and total hospital stay.
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- Kevin Y Wang
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, New York
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Wilde JM, Copp SN, Ezzet KA, Rosen AS, Walker RH, McCauley JC, Evans AS, Bugbee WD. No Difference in Blood Loss and Risk of Transfusion Between Patients Treated with One or Two Doses of Intravenous Tranexamic Acid After Simultaneous Bilateral TKA. Clin Orthop Relat Res 2022; 480:702-711. [PMID: 35302971 PMCID: PMC8923576 DOI: 10.1097/corr.0000000000002037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2021] [Revised: 09/05/2021] [Accepted: 10/11/2021] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Tranexamic acid (TXA) is often used to prevent excessive blood loss during bilateral TKA. Although it diminishes blood loss, TXA may have a potentially elevated thrombogenic risk with extra, unnecessary doses of TXA in this high-risk population. To date, the most efficacious dosing protocol in this setting has not yet been ascertained. QUESTIONS/PURPOSES We compared one versus two doses of intravenous TXA in the setting of same-day bilateral TKA in terms of (1) perioperative blood loss that occurred during the hospital stay, (2) transfusion usage during the hospital stay, and (3) major complications occurring within 30 days of surgery. METHODS Between August 2013 and October 2016, 309 patients underwent simultaneous bilateral TKA performed by one of five attending surgeons. During that time, indications for same-day bilateral TKA included bilateral knee pathology in which each knee was independently indicated for TKA and the patient preferred bilateral simultaneous TKAs versus staged bilateral surgeries. Patients who had cardiac disease or an American Society for Anesthesiologists physical classification score of greater than 2 were not generally indicated for bilateral simultaneous TKAs. After preoperative clearance from the primary physician and/or specialists as necessary, the decision for bilateral TKA was at the judgment of the operating surgeons. Input from anesthesia occurred at the time of the surgery as the procedure was performed in a sequential fashion allowing for the surgery to be restrained to a single limb if anesthesia identified concerns at the completion of the first TKA. The current retrospective, comparative series compared generally sequential groups in terms of TXA usage. Between August 2013 and July 2015, we used two TXA doses. Patients received 1 g of intravenous TXA as a bolus immediately after the last tourniquet release and were given a 1-g intravenous bolus 6 hours after the initial dose. A total of 167 patients were treated with this approach, of whom 96% (161) are fully analyzed here. Between August 2015 and October 2016, our approach changed to a single TXA dose. The dosing regimen change occurred as a group decision for change of practice and occurred mid-year to coincide with the fellowship year cycle. Patients received a 1-g bolus of intravenous TXA immediately after the final tourniquet release. A total of 105 patients were treated with this approach, of whom 89% (93) are fully analyzed here. An additional 37 patients were excluded because they did not receive any TXA because of a medical contraindication such as history of venous thromboembolism, history of thrombotic stroke, cardiac stent in the past 2 years, atrial fibrillation, or long-term anticoagulation therapy. We compared patients who received one versus two doses in terms of blood loss, transfusion usage, and 30-day major complications. The mean age was 65 years for patients receiving one dose and 67 years for patients receiving two doses (p = 0.17). The one-dose group comprised 67% (62 of 93) women and the two-dose group comprised 61% (98 of 161) women (p = 0.36). Blood loss was defined as change in the hemoglobin level (the last recorded value before discharge subtracted from the preoperative value). During the study period, the decision to transfuse was based on a hemoglobin level less than 8.0 g/dL or at higher levels for symptomatic patients, patients with cardiac disease, or at the discretion of the attending surgeon. We defined complications as major medical events that included cerebrovascular accidents, myocardial infarction, deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism. RESULTS With the numbers available, there was no difference in blood loss between patients treated with one and those treated with two doses of TXA (mean hemoglobin decrease -3.5 ± 1.2 g/dL versus -3.5 ± 1.0 g/dL, respectively; mean difference 0.03 g/dL [95% CI -0.2 to 0.3 g/dL]; p = 0.80). No patient in either group received a transfusion. There was no difference in the proportion of patients in either group who experienced a cerebrovascular accident (0% [0 of 93] versus 1% [1 of 161]; p > 0.99), deep vein thrombosis (1% [1 of 93] versus 0% [0 of 161]; p = 0.37), or pulmonary embolism (1% [1 of 93] versus 1% [1 of 161]; p > 0.99). No patient in either the one-dose or two-dose TXA groups experienced a myocardial infarction. CONCLUSION The findings of this study suggest that a single dose of intravenous TXA may be adequate to control excessive blood loss and reduce blood transfusion in simultaneous bilateral TKA. Despite its short half-life, TXA still appears to be effective in this demanding procedure without requiring prolonged plasma concentrations obtained from multiple doses. Additional high-quality studies are still needed to determine the most appropriate dosing regimen. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, therapeutic study.
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- Jeffrey M. Wilde
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education at Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education at Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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Guler O, Çarkcı E, Çerci MH, Gümüşsuyu G, Öztürk Ç. Comparison of weight-based versus standard dosing of tranexamic acid for blood loss and transfusion amount in knee arthroplasty without tourniquet. Acta Orthop Belg 2022; 88:53-60. [PMID: 35512155 DOI: 10.52628/88.1.08] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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The aim of the study is to compare weight-based versus standard dosing of intravenous (IV) tranexamic acid (TXA) for blood loss and transfusion amount in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) without a tourniquet. A total of 99 patients were divided into two groups: Group 1 (standard): 1 g of IV TXA 30 min before skin incision, and 1 g at postoperative 30 min and 3 h. Group 2 (weight-based): 10 mg/kg IV TXA 30 min before the skin incision, and 10 mg/kg at postoperative 30 min, and 3 h. Hemoglobin levels, before, and 1, and 2 days after the operation, postoperative amount of decrease in hemoglobin levels, and amount of erythrocyte transfusion were recorded. Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) and Knee Society Score (KSS) were applied in the evaluation of TKA results preoperatively, and at 1., 3., 6., and 12. months, postoperatively. In both study groups, hemoglobin levels in male patients dropped significantly more deeply than female patients. Also, in both study groups, hemo- globin levels were significantly lower in patients with comorbid illnesses. A statistically significant difference was not detected between both groups in terms of pre- and postoperative WOMAC scores, KSS knee scores, and KSS function scores. Our study showed that standard and weight-based dosing of IV TXA treatments were similar in efficacy and safety. Both treatments reduce blood loss and the need for transfusion. Also, there was no significant difference in terms of reliability between two groups.
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Laoruengthana A, Rattanaprichavej P, Samapath P, Chinwatanawongwan B, Chompoonutprapa P, Pongpirul K. Should we use similar perioperative protocols in patients undergoing unilateral and bilateral one-stage total knee arthroplasty? World J Orthop 2022; 13:58-69. [PMID: 35096536 PMCID: PMC8771417 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i1.58] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2021] [Revised: 10/28/2021] [Accepted: 12/25/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Bilateral one-stage total knee arthroplasty (BTKA) is now in greater use as an alternative option for patients with bilateral end-stage knee arthropathy. However, postoperative pain and disablement during convalescence from BTKA, and procedure-related complications have been concerning issues for patients and surgeons. Although some studies reported that BTKA in selected patients is as safe as the staged procedure, well-defined guidelines for patient screening, and perioperative care and monitoring to avoid procedure-related complications are still controversial.
AIM To compare the perioperative outcomes including perioperative blood loss (PBL), cardiac biomarkers, pain intensity, functional recovery, and complications between unilateral total knee arthroplasty (UTKA) and BTKA performed with a similar perioperative protocol.
METHODS We conducted a retrospective study on consecutive patients undergoing UTKA and BTKA that had been performed by a single surgeon with identical perioperative protocols. The exclusion criteria of this study included patients with an American Society of Anesthesiologists score > 3, and known cardiopulmonary comorbidity or high-sensitivity Troponin-T (hs-TnT) > 14 ng/L. Outcome measures included visual analogue scale (VAS) score of postoperative pain, morphine consumption, range of knee motion, straight leg raise (SLR), length of stay (LOS), and serum hemoglobin (Hb) and hs-TnT monitored during hospitalization.
RESULTS Of 210 UTKA and 137 BTKA patients, those in the BTKA group were younger and more predominately female. The PBL of the UTKA vs BTKA group was 646.45 ± 272.26 mL vs 1012.40 ± 391.95 mL (P < 0.01), and blood transfusion rates were 10.48% and 40.88% (P < 0.01), respectively. Preoperative Hb and body mass index were predictive factors for blood transfusion in BTKA, whereas preoperative Hb was only a determinant in UTKA patients. The BTKA group had significantly higher VAS scores than the UTKA group at 48, 72, and 96 h after surgery, and also had a significantly lower degree of SLR at 72 h. The BTKA group also had a significantly longer LOS than the UTKA group. Of the patients who had undergone the procedure, 5.71% of the UTKA patients and 12.41% of the BTKA patients (P = 0.04) had hs-TnT > 14 ng/L during the first 72 h postoperatively. However, there was no difference in other outcome measures and complications.
CONCLUSION Following similar perioperative management, the blood transfusion rate in BTKA is 4-fold that required in UTKA. Also, BTKA is associated with higher pain intensity at 48 h postoperatively and prolonged LOS when compared to the UTKA. Hence, BTKA patients may require more extensive perioperative management for blood loss and pain, even if having no higher risk of complications than UTKA.
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- Artit Laoruengthana
- Department of Orthopaedics, Naresuan University, Mueang 65000, Phitsanulok, Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Naresuan University, Mueang 65000, Phitsanulok, Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Naresuan University, Mueang 65000, Phitsanulok, Thailand
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- Department of Preventive and Social Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
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Wang Z, Huang Q, Liu L, Lu Y, Zhang C, Ma T, Li Z, Wang Q, Xue H, Zhang K. Dose tranexamic acid reduce blood loss associated with simultaneous bilateral distal tibial tubercle-high tibial osteotomy? BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2021; 22:940. [PMID: 34758790 PMCID: PMC8582165 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-021-04831-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Accepted: 10/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background Simultaneous bilateral distal tibial tubercle high tibial osteotomy (SBDTT-HTO) can result in increased blood loss. The aim of this study is to evaluate the actual hemostatic effect of different tranexamic acid (TXA) treatment regimen in SBDTT-HTO. Methods We conducted a retrospective case–control study including 54 patients who underwent SBDTT-HTO. The single-dose group (n = 18) received 1 g of intravenous TXA 15–30 min before surgery, the two-dose group (n = 18) received an additional 1 g of intravenous TXA 6 h after surgery, and the multiple-dose group (n = 18) received an additional 1 g intravenous TXA per-day until discharge. Blood loss, hemoglobin levels, occurrence of any adverse events,functional analysis, quality of life, and pain assessmentswere compared among the three groups. Results The total blood loss, hidden blood loss, drainage volumes, and haemoglobin level in the multiple-dose group all occupy a significant advantage.(p < 0.05). In addition, better quality of life were observed in patients belonging to the multiple-dose group then single-dose group.(p < 0.05). Conclusions Based on our results, for patients undergoing SBDTT-HTO, sequential intravenous TXA administration can effectively and safely reduce blood loss,maintain postoperative Hb levels,and with the advantage of accelerating recovery.
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- Zhimeng Wang
- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No. 555, East Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710000, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No. 555, East Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710000, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No. 555, East Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710000, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No. 555, East Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710000, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No. 555, East Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710000, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No. 555, East Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710000, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No. 555, East Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710000, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No. 555, East Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710000, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No. 555, East Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710000, Shaanxi, China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Hong Hui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No. 555, East Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710000, Shaanxi, China.
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Öztürk A, Akalin Y, Çevik N, Avcı Ö, Çetin O, Sağlicak H. Tranexamic acid use in simultaneous bilateral total knee arthroplasty : a comparison of intravenous and intra-articular applications, which is more effective? Acta Orthop Belg 2021. [DOI: 10.52628/87.3.13] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Patients applied with simultaneous bilateral total knee arthroplasty (SBTKA) with the administration of intravenous or intra-articular tranexamic acid (TXA) were compared in respect of blood loss and the need for allogenic blood transfusion.
Of a total 53 patients applied with SBTKA, 32(60%) were administered intravenous TXA and 21(40%) intra-articular TXA. The patients were evaluated in respect of age, gender, height, weight, body mass index (BMI), body blood volume, preoperative and 1,2,3 and 4 days postoperative levels of hemoglobin (Hb) and hematocrit (Htc) and the change in Hb levels, estimated blood loss, mean actual blood loss, the need for allogenic blood transfusion (ABT) and the use or not of a drain.
No difference was determined between the intravenous and intra-articular groups in respect of mean age, gender, height, weight, and body blood volume. No difference was determined between the groups in preoperative and postoperative mean Hb and Hct values, the reduction in mean Hb postoperatively, estimated blood loss, or the need for ABT. No deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism was determined in any patient.
In the application of SBTKA, TXA can be safely administered by the intravenous or intra-articular route to reduce the need for ABT. The results of this study determined no difference in efficacy between the routes of application. For patients with a risk of intravenous use, intra-articular application can be preferred.
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Tranexamic acid is beneficial for blood management of high tibial osteotomy: a randomized controlled study. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2021; 141:1463-1472. [PMID: 32715401 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-020-03558-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2020] [Accepted: 07/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The purpose of this study was to investigate whether TXA can effectively reduce blood loss after HTO and related complications and to evaluate its safety. MATERIALS AND METHODS From March 2016 to March 2018, 100 patients who underwent medial opening wedge HTO in the Department of Orthopedics, the second affiliated hospital of xi'an jiaotong university, with an average age of 52.8 ± 3.2 years, were randomly divided into the TXA group (using intravenous TXA) and the control group (using the same amount of normal saline), with 50 patients in each group. The postoperative wound drainage volume, decrease in hemoglobin and hematocrit value, total blood loss, wound healing, blood transfusion, deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) were compared between the two groups. RESULTS The drainage volume on the first postoperative day and the total drainage volume of the TXA group were significantly lower compared with those of the control group (145.7 vs 264.5 ml, 282.3 vs 413.2 ml, P < 0.05). The decreases in the hemoglobin and hematocrit values on the postoperative first, second and fifth days were lower in the TXA group than those in the control group (1.4 VS 3.5, 2.6 vs 3.3, 1.9 vs 2.9 g, P < 0.05; 3.3 vs 5.5, 5.0 vs 9.1, 3.8 vs 7.2%, P < 0.05), and the mean total blood loss was also lower in the TXA group than that in the control group (477.9 vs 834.6 ml, P < 0.05). In the control group, 1 patient had wound hematoma requiring additional paracentesis and pressure dressing, 1 patient had superficial wound infection requiring additional debridement, and 1 patient had postoperative blood transfusion compared to none in the TXA group (P > 0.05). There was no symptomatic DVT or PE in either of the groups. CONCLUSION Intravenous TXA can effectively and safely reduce blood loss and bleeding-related complications after HTO and was beneficial for the blood management of HTO.
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Administration of Tranexamic Acid Improves Long-Term Outcomes in Total Knee Arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2020; 35:S201-S206. [PMID: 32209286 PMCID: PMC7239733 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2020.02.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2019] [Revised: 02/17/2020] [Accepted: 02/22/2020] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Blood transfusion in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is associated with increased morbidity, including periprosthetic joint infection (PJI). Tranexamic acid (TXA) reduces blood transfusion rates, but there is limited evidence demonstrating improved outcomes in TKA resulting from TXA administration. The objectives of this study are determining whether TXA is associated with decreased rate of PJI, decreased rate of outcomes associated with PJI, and whether there are differences in rates of adverse events. METHODS A multicenter cohort study comprising 23,421 TKA compared 4423 patients receiving TXA to 18,998 patients not receiving TXA. Primary outcome was PJI within 2 years of TKA. Secondary outcomes included revision surgery, irrigation and debridement, transfusion, and length of stay. Adverse events included readmission, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary emboli, myocardial infarction, or stroke. Adjusted odds ratios were determined using linear mixed models controlling for age, sex, thromboembolic prophylaxis, Charlson comorbidity index, year of TKA, and surgeon. RESULTS TXA administration reduced incidence of PJI by approximately 50% (odds ratio [OR], 0.55; P = .03). Additionally, there was decreased incidence of revision surgery at 2 years (OR, 0.66; P = .02). Patients receiving TXA had reductions in transfusion rate (OR, 0.15; P < .0001) and length of stay (P < .0001). There was no difference in the rate of pulmonary emboli (OR, 1.20; P = .39), myocardial infarction (OR, 0.78; P = .55), or stroke (OR, 1.17; P = .77). CONCLUSION Administration of TXA in TKA resulted in reduced rate of PJI and overall revision surgery. No difference in thromboembolic events were observed. The use of TXA is safe and improves outcomes in TKA. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, Observational Cohort Study.
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Kurosaka K, Tsukada S, Ogawa H, Nishino M, Yoshiya S, Hirasawa N. Comparison of Early-Stage and Late-Stage Periarticular Injection for Pain Relief After Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. J Arthroplasty 2020; 35:1275-1280. [PMID: 31917054 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2019.12.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2019] [Revised: 12/04/2019] [Accepted: 12/11/2019] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND No randomized controlled trial has investigated a more optimal timing of periarticular injection for pain relief after total hip arthroplasty. METHODS The study included 140 patients, and these patients were randomly allocated to the early-stage (periarticular injection was performed just before arthrotomy, and placebo was injected after implantation) or late-stage (placebo was injected just before arthrotomy, and periarticular injection was performed after implantation) injection groups. Other perioperative interventions were similar in all participants. The prespecified primary outcome was postoperative pain score at the recovery room. RESULTS The visual analog scale score at the recovery room of the early-stage injection group was significantly lower than that of the late-stage injection group (30 ± 28 vs 46 ± 30 mm; 95% CI, -25 to -5 mm; P = .0022), and this difference reaches a minimal clinically important difference level of 10 mm. No differences were observed with regard to complication rate. CONCLUSION Early-stage periarticular injection during total hip arthroplasty provided better postoperative pain relief than late-stage periarticular injection without elevating complication rate. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level I, randomized controlled trial.
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Affiliation(s)
- Kenji Kurosaka
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hokusuikai Kinen Hospital, Mito, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hokusuikai Kinen Hospital, Mito, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hokusuikai Kinen Hospital, Mito, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hokusuikai Kinen Hospital, Mito, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hyogo College of Medicine, Nishinomiya, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hokusuikai Kinen Hospital, Mito, Ibaraki, Japan
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Does tranexamic acid improve intra-operative visualisation in endoscopic ear surgery? A double-blind, randomised, controlled trial. The Journal of Laryngology & Otology 2019; 133:1033-1037. [PMID: 31718728 DOI: 10.1017/s0022215119002317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To assess the effect of tranexamic acid on intra-operative bleeding and surgical field visualisation. METHODS Fifty patients undergoing various endoscopic ear surgical procedures, including endoscopic tympanoplasty, endoscopic atticotomy or mastoidectomy, endoscopic ossiculoplasty, and endoscopic stapedotomy, were randomly assigned to: a study group that received tranexamic acid or a control group which received normal saline. The intra-operative bleeding and operative field visualisation was graded using the Das and Mitra endoscopic ear surgery bleeding and field visibility score, which was separately analysed for the external auditory canal and the middle ear. RESULTS The Das and Mitra score was better (p < 0.05) in the group that received tranexamic acid as a haemostat when working in the external auditory canal; with respect to the middle ear, no statistically significant difference was found between the two agents. Mean values for mean arterial pressure, heart rate and surgical time were comparable in both groups, with no statistically significant differences. CONCLUSION Tranexamic acid appears to be an effective haemostat in endoscopic ear surgery, thus improving surgical field visualisation, especially during manipulation of the external auditory canal soft tissues.
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