Timing of drain removal after knee replacement may reduce swelling
NCT ID NCT07302724
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 13 times
Summary
This study looked at 104 people having knee replacement surgery to see if removing the surgical drain after starting gentle knee movement exercises reduces fluid buildup compared to removing it before. The goal is to find the best timing to improve healing and reduce swelling. Results will help guide post-surgery care.
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Ankara Etlik City Hospital
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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