Transfusion rate using intravenous tranexamic acid in hip revision surgery.

Introduction: Hip revision surgery is associated with a high probability of the necessity for a blood transfusion. Different studies support the use of tranexamic acid (TXA) to decrease the rate of transfusions in primary hip surgery. Nevertheless, the use of this drug in hip revision surgery has not yet been widely accepted.

Transfusion rate using intravenous tranexamic acid in hip revision surgery.

Introduction: Hip revision surgery is associated with a high probability of the necessity for a blood transfusion. Different studies support the use of tranexamic acid (TXA) to decrease the rate of transfusions in primary hip surgery. Nevertheless, the use of this drug in hip revision surgery has not yet been widely accepted.

Joint preservation after hip arthroscopy in patients with FAI. Prospective analysis with a minimum follow-up of seven years.

Background: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the clinical outcomes, radiological degenerative progression and the joint preservation rate in a series of patients with Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) treated with hip arthroscopy at a minimum follow-up of 7 years. The predictive factors for total hip arthroplasty (THA) requirement were analyzed.

Materials And Methods: Between February 2008 and February 2009, 42 consecutive patients treated with hip arthroscopy due to FAI syndrome were included.