Editorial Commentary: Tranexamic Acid: Okay, It Reduces the Bleeding, but Are We Sure Topical Use Is Not Harmful to the Cartilage?
editorial · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.arthro.2019.04.014.
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Abstract
Numerous studies have estimated the role of hemarthrosis and intra-articular drains in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructive procedures. Long-standing hemarthrosis and related pain can disrupt rehabilitation and lead to arthrofibrosis. A significant number of orthopaedic surgeons use intra-articular suction drains following arthroscopic ACL reconstruction. Hemarthrosis and pain have undesirable effects on the functional outcomes of ACL reconstruction in the early postoperative period.
Medical subject headings
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Hemarthrosis
Anatomy
- knee