Outcome in primary cemented total knee arthroplasty with or without drain A prospective comparative study

Conclusions: The present study conclude that there is no rationale for the use of drain after primary TKA. There are benefits in terms of lower opioid intake, lower blood loss on the first postoperative day and lower need for dressing reinforcement during hospitalization.

Source: Table of Contents : Indian Journal of Orthopaedics : 2007 - 41(1) - July 8, 2014 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Keska RafalParadowski T PrzemyslawWitonski Dariusz Source Type: research