129P Effect of intra-operative and post operative topical tranexamic acid on the duration and the volume of the intra-operative drain in patients undergoing axillary lymph node dissection for breast cancer: A randomized controlled trial

Abstract

Seroma formation after breast surgery has been a consistent problem. Tranexamic acid, an antifibrinolytic agent, is an FDA-approved drug for haemorrhage control. This study was conducted to see the effect of topical tranexamic acid on drain volme and the duration of need for drain.