Replacing Joints with Less Blood Loss

Use of a drug has dramatically reduced blood transfusions.

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Joint replacement surgery has a high success rate for relieving pain and improving function for people with advanced arthritis. But there are potential complications. For example, the surgery can cause excessive bleeding, which may require a blood transfusion.

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