Predictive and protective factors for allogenic blood transfusion in total knee arthroplasty. A retrospective cohort study.

Background: This study aimed to identify the predictive and protective factors of blood transfusion in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and therefore determine the profile of patients with low and high risk of blood transfusion after arthroplasty.

Methods: We conducted a retrospective study with all patients who underwent primary TKA between January 2017 and December 2019 (n = 1.028 patients) in our institution.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as treatment for bilateral arm compartment syndrome after CrossFit: case report and literature review.

Introduction: CrossFit is a physical fitness program characterized by high-intensity workouts that can be associated with serious injury. Acute compartment syndrome in the upper limbs is a rare occurrence. It may occur after intense physical exercise, and its usual treatment is surgical.