Journal of orthopaedic surgery (Hong Kong)
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J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · Dec 2014
Hospital mortality after arthroplasty using a cemented stem for displaced femoral neck fractures.
To review hospital mortality after hemiarthroplasty or total hip arthroplasty (THA) using a cemented stem for displaced femoral neck fractures. ⋯ Hemiarthroplasty or THA using a cemented stem resulted in low hospital mortality in our hospital dedicated to the treatment of geriatric hip fractures. Hospital mortality was higher in patients with ASA grade 3 or higher.
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To review outcome of early reimplantation for open total talar extrusion in 7 patients. ⋯ Early reimplantation is recommended for open total talar extrusion, as it restores (to some extent) hind foot mechanics, heel height, and bone stock for activities of daily living and future reconstructive options.
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J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · Aug 2014
Intra-articular injection of tranexamic acid to reduce blood loss after total knee arthroplasty.
To evaluate the effect of intra-articular tranexamic acid (TXA) on blood loss after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). ⋯ Intra-articular administration of TXA is effective in reducing blood loss after TKA, without increasing the risk of VTE.