The Effect of RF Genicular Nerve Block Applied in the Preoperative Period on Fast-track Total Knee Arthroplasty

Summary

In our study, investigators plan to compare the preoperative RF and genicular nerve ablation approach in patients who underwent TKA(Total Knee Arthroplasty) using the Fast-Track protocol in terms of meeting postoperative pain, function and early discharge criteria.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

* Being between the ages of 40 and 85,
* Being able to understand verbal and written information given in Turkish,
* Being able to speak and understand Turkish,
* Being subjected to unilateral TKA surgery due to the diagnosis of Primary Knee osteoarthritis

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients planned for revision knee prosthesis surgery,
* Patients previously diagnosed with psychiatric disorders,
* Patients who have undergone major surgery on the extremity where TKA will be applied,
* Patients with comorbid diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis or cancer,
* Patients with a score above 3 according to the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) scoring,
* Patients with neurological diseases that cause functional disability,
* Patients with flexion limitation of more than 45 degrees and extension limitation of more than 20 degrees,
* Patients who have to use hypnotic or anxiolytic drugs regularly,
* Patients with alcohol or drug addiction,
* Patients with bleeding disorders
* Patients with uncontrolled diabetes

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