Tranexamic acid in total hip arthroplasty saves blood and money

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Authors

Torsten Johansson · Linköping University

Lars-Göran Pettersson · Cargotec (Poland)

Abstract

Considering the cost of blood and tranexamic acid only, use of the drug would save EUR 47 Euro per patient. We recommend a preoperative single dose of tranexamic acid for standard use in THA.

Topics & Keywords

Blood transfusion and management Blood groups and transfusion Forensic Toxicology and Drug Analysis

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Acta Orthopaedica

Volume 76, Issue 3, pp. 314-319

DOI: 10.1080/00016470510030751

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