The primary objective of this study is to investigate the use of topical application of tranexamic Acid (TXA) to the surgical wound as a means to decrease hematoma formation compared to placebo in patients undergoing alloplastic breast reconstruction. This project is designed as a single-center RCT to evaluate the effectiveness of topical TXA in this patient population.
If enrolled in this study, patients individual breasts will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups for to apply to the wound before it is closed.
One breast will have an intravenous form of TXA applied topically to the surgical site. The other will be have a topical normal saline solution applied to the wound before closure (a placebo).
The patients will have the standard number of drains and postoperative instructions for breast reconstruction. They will follow-up at two weeks time in clinic for assessment, and emergency room visits will be also be evaluated. Standard of care will be practiced with respect to all procedures and visits.
