the expert consensus of tourniquet for total knee arthroplasty

Title: the expert consensus of tourniquet for total knee arthroplasty
Edition: Original
Classification: Experts consensus
Field: Diagnosis and Treatment
Countries and regions: China
Guidelines users: Joint surgeons and nurses
Evidence classification method: Improved Delphi Evidence Grading Method
Development unit: the second affiliated hospital of harbin medical university
Registration time: 2023-11-17
Registration number: PREPARE-2023CN925
Purpose of the guideline: Tourniquet use in total knee arthroplasty has become a controversial topic. There are several benefits and downsides associated with tourniquet use.However, there is currently a lack of expert advice or consensus on the application of tourniquets in total knee arthroplasty.This consensus will summarize the evidence for and against tourniquet use and provide an evidence-based approach to help guide surgeons in their own practices.