Autotransfusion in complex abdominal aneurysms. Surg Gynecol Obstet 1984 Jul;159(1):59-62
Date
07/01/1984Pubmed ID
6740466Scopus ID
2-s2.0-0021276801 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site) 6 CitationsAbstract
We have used a simple adaptation of the cardiotomy suction apparatus for autotransfusion during operation for four aortocaval fistulas and two ruptured internal iliac aneurysms. This has allowed significant blood salvage and maintenance of intraoperative hemodynamic stability. We have had no intraoperative complications and have noted no renal or pulmonary compromise postoperatively. One patient had minor coagulopathy postoperatively that was corrected with fresh frozen plasma and platelet transfusion during the first 12 hours. Autotransfusion for aortocaval fistulas and ruptured internal iliac aneurysms is safe, simple, clinically beneficial and cost effective.
Author List
Strom JA, Towne JB, Quebbeman EJ, Bernhard VMMESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold
AneurysmAorta, Abdominal
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Diseases
Blood Transfusion, Autologous
Costs and Cost Analysis
Fistula
Humans
Iliac Artery
Intraoperative Period
Middle Aged
Postoperative Complications
Rupture, Spontaneous
Time Factors
Venae Cavae
