| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2878891 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2010 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Blood conservation is safe and effective in reducing transfusions. Tolerance of perioperative anemia, which is one of the main components of blood conservation, does not increase the risk of complications or death in cardiac surgery. Avoidance of transfusion reduces the risk of complications. This study further solidifies the relationship between transfusion and adverse outcome in cardiac surgery.
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Authors
David M. MD, Jock N. MD, Aryeh MD, James J. MD, Carol A. DrPH, Richard S. MD, M. Arisan MD,