The Effect of Local Tranexamic Acid on Post-operative Edema and Ecchymosis in Eyelid Surgery
Status:
Not yet recruiting
Trial end date:
2022-07-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Tranexamic acid (TXA) is a synthetic inhibitor of plasminogen lysine receptor that has used
to reduce intra-operative bleeding in a number of clinical scenarios. Anecdotally, TXA has
used by plastic surgeons to reduce post-operative bruising. To date, there is limited data to
valid the benefits and to evaluate the side effects of TXA. The objective of this study is to
evaluate the effect of local TXA on edema and ecchymosis in eyelid surgery.
Phase:
Phase 4
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Consultants in Ophthalmic and Facial Plastics Surgery