Can a daily pill prevent dangerous clots after joint surgery?
NCT ID NCT05449327
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether the blood thinner Xarelto (rivaroxaban) can prevent dangerous blood clots in the legs or lungs after hip or knee replacement surgery. 150 patients were randomly assigned to receive either Xarelto or no blood thinner after surgery. The researchers tracked how many developed clots or had complications like bleeding.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Rivaroxaban (Xarelto)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could confirm that Xarelto is a safe and effective option to prevent blood clots after joint replacement surgery in Taiwanese patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 150 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. There is also a risk of bleeding or other complications from the drug.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Ditmanson Medical Foundation Chiayi Christian Hospital
Chiayi City, Taiwan, 60002, Taiwan