| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8652882 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2018 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Cardiac surgical patients are often anemic. Demographic characteristics, comorbidities, and outcomes are dissimilar according to red cell size. Patients with microcytic anemia had the lowest hemoglobin levels, yet the best clinical outcomes among anemic patients. MCV from the standard complete blood count adds additional information beyond hemoglobin for targeted intervention.
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Authors
Lu MSc, Stephanie L. MD, Keith R. MD, Penny L. MS, Joseph F. MD, Eugene H. MD, Colleen G. MD, MS,