Impact of Different Perioperative Tourniquets on Blood Loss and Surgeon Satisfaction in Total Knee Arthroplasty

Impact of Two Different Perioperative Tourniquets on Blood Loss, Surgical Field and Surgeon Satisfaction During Total Knee Arthroplasty

The present study investigates the impact of two different perioperative tourniquets with different closing features on operative blood los, surgical field quality and surgeon satisfaction.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Inidication for a Total Knee Arthroplasty
• Approval for Surgery by the Department of Anesthesia

Exclusion Criteria:

• Open Wounds of the lower extremities
• Acute or chronic infections of the lower extremities