Journal Reviews

Does Tranexamic acid reduce intraoperative bleeding during FESS?

1 March 2019 | | ENTA-Rhinology / Sinus | Tranexamic acid, endoscopic sinus surgery, meta-analysis, operative bleeding, operative time, systematic review

Intraoperative bleeding during FESS can reduce visibility and obscure important landmarks. This can result in longer operative times, increase risks of complications and even lead to incomplete surgery. Tranexamic acid is a drug which prevents fibrinolysis and stabilises blood clots....