Comparing two types of tourniquets during knee surgery
Impact of Two Different Perioperative Tourniquets on Blood Loss, Surgical Field and Surgeon Satisfaction During Total Knee Arthroplasty
This study is testing which of two types of tourniquets used during knee surgery can help reduce blood loss and improve the overall experience for both patients and surgeons.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Bonn Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06947655 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of two different perioperative tourniquets on blood loss, surgical field quality, and surgeon satisfaction during total knee arthroplasty. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the VBM Tourniquet or the Adaptive Cuff. The outcomes will be measured to determine which tourniquet provides better results in terms of minimizing blood loss and enhancing the surgical experience. The study aims to provide insights that could improve surgical practices in knee replacement procedures.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals scheduled for total knee arthroplasty who have received approval for surgery from the Department of Anesthesia.
Not a fit: Patients with open wounds or infections in the lower extremities will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical outcomes and greater surgeon satisfaction during total knee arthroplasty.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have explored the use of different tourniquet systems in orthopedic surgeries, showing varying degrees of success, but this specific comparison is less commonly tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Inidication for a Total Knee Arthroplasty * Approval for Surgery by the Department of Anesthesia Exclusion Criteria: * Open Wounds of the lower extremities * Acute or chronic infections of the lower extremities
Where this trial is running
Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia
- University Hospital Bonn — Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Alexander Franz, Dr. med., B.Sc.
- Email: alexander.franz@ukbonn.de
- Phone: +49 170 3750718
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.