| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5582340 | Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia | 2017 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Sorin (Dideco) Electa reinfusates contained heparin concentrations below the American Association of Blood Banks recommended threshold in 90.6% of cases, while Sorin Xtra reinfusate heparin concentrations exceeded this recommendation in 56% of cases. Measurement of cell saver reinfusate heparin concentrations necessitates the use of a modified chromogenic assay. Studies explicitly should confirm that such a modification was indeed used. Periodic quality control of reinfusate composition is recommended.
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Authors
Willem Frederik MBChB, DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anes), Mathilde MBChB, DA (SA), Andrew Ian MBChB, DA (SA), MMed (Anes), FCA, PhD,