Routine Postoperative Hemoglobin and Hematocrit Tests Are Unnecessary Following Primary Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty

Routine Postoperative Hemoglobin and Hematocrit Tests Are Unnecessary Following Primary Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty

Background: Acute blood loss and transfusion are recognized risks factors of total hip (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This study aimed to investigate the clinical value of immediate postoperative hemoglobin and hematocrit (H&H) tests following primary elective THA and TKA. Methods: Thi...

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Main Authors: Daniel J. Howgate, MBChB, PhD, FRCS (Tr&Orth), Roman P. Austin, BS, Joshua S. Bingham, MD, Mark J. Spangehl, MD, Henry D. Clarke, MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-12-01
Series:Arthroplasty Today
Subjects:
Arthroplasty
TKA
THA
Investigations
Hematology
Transfusion
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352344124001870

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