Effect and safety of topical application of tranexamic acid to reduce perioperative blood loss in elderly patients with intertrochanteric fracture undergoing PFNA
Abstract:Background: The specific method and dose of tranexamic acid (TXA) topically applied in intertrochanteric fracture have not been well established. The aim of this study is to investigate the efficacy and safety of TXA topically treated by our protocol in perioperative bleeding management for elderly patients with intertrochanteric fracture treated undergoing proximal femoral nail anti-rotation (PFNA). Methods: A retrospective comparative analysis was performed. Group TXA was comprised of 82 patients with topica… Show more
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