Bloodless Medicine and Surgery refers to medical and surgical care without
the use of blood transfusion. It involves more than simply not administering
blood transfusion to patients.
How Does Bloodless Medicine and Surgery Work?
Bloodless Medicine and Surgery involves three basic principles, careful
planning and the use of skillful technique to ensure the best outcome
for you the patient.
Understanding Blood Components and Fractions
The blood in your body is called whole blood and it has four major components:
red blood cells, white blood cells, plasma and platelets. Substances taken
out of the four major components are often referred to as minor fractions.
These minor fractions are separated preoteins and are used to make various
products that can help to control bleeding.
Cell Salvage and Hemodilution
Cell Salvage and Hemodilution are two medical procedures that may be used
to avoid blood transfusion. Both procedures recycles your own blood during
or after surgery.
