Effect of preoperative tranexamic acid on hidden blood loss and C-reactive protein in patients undergoing Delta-channel endoscopic lumbar discectomy: a retrospective case-control study - Scorecard - MDSpire

Effect of preoperative tranexamic acid on hidden blood loss and C-reactive protein in patients undergoing Delta-channel endoscopic lumbar discectomy: a retrospective case-control study

  • By

  • Shenshen Hao

  • Shengli Dong

  • Hongke Li

  • Yu Liang

  • Shuaizhi Li

  • Xinpeng Li

  • Xiaoya Zhu

  • Xinhao Cao

  • Fei Chen

  • Bing Qian

  • Shuai Liu

  • July 14, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Influence of Intravenous Tranexamic Acid on Concealed Blood Loss and C-Reactive Protein Levels in Patients Undergoing Delta-Channel Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy: A Retrospective Case-Control Analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionLumbar Disc Herniation (LDH)
Key MechanismsIntravenous tranexamic acid (TXA) reduces hidden blood loss (HBL) without affecting C-reactive protein (CRP) levels.
Target PopulationPatients undergoing Delta-channel interlaminar endoscopic discectomy for LDH.
Care SettingMinimally invasive spinal surgery

Key Highlights

  • TXA administration significantly reduced HBL compared to control group.
  • No significant difference in CRP levels between TXA and control groups.
  • All surgeries were completed successfully with primary incision healing.
  • No incidents of lower extremity deep vein thrombosis (DVT) reported.
  • TXA, TT, and HCT identified as independent predictors of HBL.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Preoperative diagnosis of LDH confirmed.

Management

  • Administer 1 g TXA intravenously 15 minutes prior to surgery.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Monitor postoperative CRP levels to assess inflammatory response.

Risks

  • Consider potential for hidden blood loss during endoscopic procedures.

Patient & Prescribing Data

69 patients (37 males, 32 females) aged 17–78 years.

TXA is effective in reducing HBL without impacting CRP levels.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Utilize TXA in patients undergoing Delta-channel endoscopic discectomy to minimize HBL.
  • Ensure thorough preoperative assessment to exclude patients with contraindications.

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