Preoperative Tranexamic Acid Use in Free Flap Breast Reconstruction: A Propensity‐Matched Analysis of Postoperative Outcomes

Contrary to prior reports, preoperative TXA use in free flap breast reconstruction was associated with a higher incidence of hematoma, without significant reduction in the rate of other complications.

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Microsurgery
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2026-02-26
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https://doi.org/10.1002/micr.70201
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Blood transfusion and management
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Preoperative Tranexamic Acid Use in Free Flap Breast Reconstruction: A Propensity‐Matched Analysis of Postoperative Outcomes

Harvey Chim, Brandon Byrd, Ramin Shekouhi, Christopher Branstetter
Microsurgery
Blood transfusion and management
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Preoperative Tranexamic Acid Use in Free Flap Breast Reconstruction: A Propensity‐Matched Analysis of Postoperative Outcomes

Harvey Chim, Brandon Byrd, Ramin Shekouhi, Christopher Branstetter
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Abstract

Contrary to prior reports, preoperative TXA use in free flap breast reconstruction was associated with a higher incidence of hematoma, without significant reduction in the rate of other complications.

MicrosurgeryVol. 46(3)
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans (US)
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