Cindi my daughter the OR nurse tells me in here hospital they use the cell saver more often than transfusions in non-emergency surgery.

As for blood clotting, it is typical to have daily blood thinner injections, usually Lovenox, after hip replacement.

Finally, overall according to my ortho he does less than 10% anterior THR. He says the longer he operates, the more he finds the lateral or posterior or lateral plus posterior approach makes it easier for him to het the best fit, the best position, and see any other problems. He has done nearly 3000 hips, and I trust him. I asked him yesterday when he xrayed my 11 year old hips - and they are fine. I was worried by now they might be showing bone wear or loosening, but nope! So hopefully I m good to go into my 80's.
Sue