Can a simple drug cut blood transfusions after spine surgery?
NCT ID NCT03849443
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study looks at whether giving multiple doses of tranexamic acid (TXA) by mouth or through a vein can reduce blood loss and the need for blood transfusions after spine surgery. It involves 604 adults at high risk for bleeding who are having open back surgery. The goal is to find the best way to give TXA to improve recovery and reduce complications.
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Rush University Medical Center
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 6060712, United States
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