Tourniquet versus no tourniquet for knee replacement surgery
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of doing a total knee replacement: with a tourniquet (a tight band to reduce bleeding) or without. It looks at whether using a tourniquet affects recovery and outcomes. This may help you and your doctor choose the best approach for your surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must have knee osteoarthritis and be scheduled for a first-time total knee replacement on only one knee.
- You must be healthy enough for elective surgery (with a mild to moderate medical condition that is well-controlled).
- You must not have a bleeding disorder or take blood thinners that can't be safely managed around surgery.
- You must not be allergic to tranexamic acid, have an active infection, or have severe circulation problems in the leg being operated on.
- You must be willing and able to give informed consent.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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