Postoperative drainage of knee arthroplasty is not necessary: A randomized study of 90 patients |
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Authors: | Gunnar Adalberth Sven Bystr m Kurt Kolstad Hans Mallmin Jan Milbrink |
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a Department of Orthopedics, Uppsala University Hospital, Uppsala, Sweden |
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Abstract: | We studied the management of postoperative drainage after total knee replacement (TKR). 90 primary total knee joint arthroplasties were prospectively randomized into 3 groups: a) no drain, b) an autotransfusion system, c) a standard disposable closed suction drainage system. We monitored hemoglobin and hematocrit values, drainage volume and transfusions (homologous and autologous), range of knee motion, knee swelling and hospital stay. Parameters were recorded preoperatively, days 0-8 and 4 months postoperatively. No significant differences were seen between the groups in any of the parameters measured. The results show no benefit from using postoperative drainage systems in knee arthroplasties. Savings of SEK 400 (USD 55) per patient would have resulted if drains had not been used at all. |
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