An Algorithm for Predicting Blood Loss and Transfusion Risk in Fast Track Total Hip Arthroplasty

An Algorithm for Predicting Blood Loss and Transfusion Risk in Fast Track Total Hip Arthroplasty

Aim of these study is to create an algorithm, using data from patients that undergoing total hip arthroplasty, to predict blood loss after surgery and permit a safe domestic discharge.

Two different cohorts of patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty will be analyzed to obtain data about hemoglobin trends. The first group will be used to obtain the algorithm, the second one to validate results of the first group, determining sensitivity and specificity.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with hip arthritis

Exclusion Criteria:

• ASA 4 - 5
• Active treatment with warfarin
• Coagulation disorders