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Aspirin matches costlier blood thinners after hip and knee replacement surgery, major trial finds

Source: Medical Xpress

Joint replacements are among the most common surgeries worldwide, and preventing blood clots is critical to recovery. A Dalhousie-led study published this month—one of the most robust of its kind to date—found that a straightforward treatment following surgery may be just as effective as a more complex one, challenging common assumptions in post-surgical care. The results could simplify care and reduce costs across health systems.

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