Comparison of the Efficacy of Irrigation With Epinephrine or Tranexamic Acid on Visual Clarity

Comparison of the Efficacy of Irrigation With Epinephrine or Tranexamic Acid on Visual Clarity During Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: A Randomized Double-Blind Study

The primary aim of this report is to determine whether there is a difference between Epinephrine and Tranexamic acid in providing visual clarity during arthroscopic rotator cuff tear repair.

Inclusion Criteria:

• • Age > 18 years

  • American Society of Anesthesiologist Physical Status Classification System : 1-2
  • Undergoing a full arthroscopic double-row repair due to full-thickness cuff tear
  • Being willing to participate the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• • Age < 18 years

  • American Society of Anesthesiologist Physical Status Classification System ≥3
  • Concomitant cardiac diseases
  • Concomitant bleeding disorder or coagulopathy
  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Being pregnant
  • Use of contraceptive pills
  • A history of previous shoulder surgery
  • Uncontrolled hypertension during the operation (>180/110 mm Hg)
  • Unrepairable rotator cuff tears
  • Being unwilling to participate the study