The efficacy of using self-adhesive silicone gel waterproof dressings versus conventional gauze dressings for recovery after total joint arthroplasty (TJA) remains unclear. In our study, we conducted a prospective, randomized controlled trial to compare these two types of dressings. Patients were divided into two groups following TJA, and we collected primary outcome measures such as skin infection rate and re-operation rate. Additionally, we gathered blood inflammatory indicators, including C-reactive protein (CRP) and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), to evaluate the effectiveness of the two treatments. Finally, we perform one year follow up including REEDA score, MSS score to evaluate the recovery of the skin.
Age ≥18 years old, gender is not limited;
Meet the diagnostic criteria for artificial joint replacement;
Initial joint replacement surgery;
Voluntary and signed informed consent.
Allergic to self-adhesive silicone rubber waterproof dressing;
Patients with severe knee joint infection who cannot undergo artificial joint replacement;
Progressive renal insufficiency (stage 4 and above) or glomerular filtration rate less than 30ml/min;
periprosthesis infection after multiple joint replacement;