World journal of orthopedics
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To study the prevalence of persistent post-surgical pain (PPSP) and neuropathic pain (NP) after total knee replacement (TKR). ⋯ No firm conclusions can be reached regarding the prevalence of PPSP and NP and the related factors due to the heterogeneity of the studies.
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To investigate the postoperative transfusion and complication rates of anemic and nonanemic total joint arthroplasty patients given tranexamic acid (TXA). ⋯ TXA administration results in low transfusion and complication rates and may be a useful adjunct for TJA patients with preoperative anemia.