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. |