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Date of Award
Spring 2023
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Gina Montefusco Beldner, PA-C
Abstract
The use of tourniquets during total knee arthroplasties is a very controversial, yet relevant, matter in today’s orthopedic health industry. Knee arthroplasties are a very prominent procedure in healthcare, as the need for them continues to grow as a result of the increasing obesity epidemic as well as an increase in average life expectancy age. Because of the ever-growing phenomenon related to opioid addiction, it remains crucial that the newest surgical techniques involve methods that ensure a minimal amount of postoperative pain that can be appropriately managed. Additionally, increased postoperative pain can lead to further complications such as a delayed recovery process due to discomfort. Therefore, it is in the best interest of current medical providers to ensure surgical techniques that will result in minimal postoperative pain, decreased operative blood loss, and effective prosthetic adhesion, all while providing minimal risk of adverse events such as thromboembolic complications.
Recommended Citation
Steele, Samantha, "Tourniquet Use In Total Knee Arthroplasties" (2023). Capstone Showcase. 51.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2023/pa/51
Tourniquet Use In Total Knee Arthroplasties
The use of tourniquets during total knee arthroplasties is a very controversial, yet relevant, matter in today’s orthopedic health industry. Knee arthroplasties are a very prominent procedure in healthcare, as the need for them continues to grow as a result of the increasing obesity epidemic as well as an increase in average life expectancy age. Because of the ever-growing phenomenon related to opioid addiction, it remains crucial that the newest surgical techniques involve methods that ensure a minimal amount of postoperative pain that can be appropriately managed. Additionally, increased postoperative pain can lead to further complications such as a delayed recovery process due to discomfort. Therefore, it is in the best interest of current medical providers to ensure surgical techniques that will result in minimal postoperative pain, decreased operative blood loss, and effective prosthetic adhesion, all while providing minimal risk of adverse events such as thromboembolic complications.