Publications by authors named "A L Galicia-Zamalloa"

Introduction: transfusion-related complications are a major concern for surgeons performing total hip and knee arthroplasty (THA and TKA). Several strategies have been implemented to reduce transfusion rates, including the use of tranexamic acid (TXA), whose optimal dosage remains a matter of debate.

Objective: to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a single pre-surgical dose of TXA in reducing blood loss in THA and TKA.

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Background: Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a significant complication following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and total hip arthroplasty (THA). Aspirin has gained attention as a cost-effective, safe alternative to traditional anticoagulants like enoxaparin, but comparative data on efficacy and safety remain limited.

Methods: This randomized controlled trial compared the efficacy of aspirin and enoxaparin in preventing VTE following TKA and THA.

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Osteonecrosis of the humeral head is seen in rare cases of anterior shoulder dislocations. There are many different surgical procedures that have been developed to repair inveterate anterior glenohumeral dislocation. Reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) is a type of surgery that has been shown to be very effective in patients with cuff tear arthropathy.

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