Half-duration tourniquet plus intra-articular tranexamic acid injection reduces blood loss and improves early recovery after total knee arthroplasty
Journal of International Medical Research
Published online on April 09, 2026
Abstract
Journal of International Medical Research, Volume 54, Issue 4, April 2026.
BackgroundTotal knee arthroplasty is often complicated by perioperative blood loss. Tourniquets reduce visible bleeding; however, prolonged use may increase hidden blood loss. Intra-articular tranexamic acid may enhance hemostasis without increasing the ...
BackgroundTotal knee arthroplasty is often complicated by perioperative blood loss. Tourniquets reduce visible bleeding; however, prolonged use may increase hidden blood loss. Intra-articular tranexamic acid may enhance hemostasis without increasing the ...