Blood Management and Risk Assessment for Transfusion in Pediatric Spinal Deformity Surgery

Objectives. Evaluate the impact of a Quality and Safety Program (QSP) on the reduction of blood loss and transfusion needs in pediatric spinal deformity surgery, while defining risk factors for transfusion. Background. Multimodal plan aiming to minimize transfusion needs has been shown to reduce tra...

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Main Authors: Pedro Fernandes, Joaquim Soares do Brito, Isabel Flores, Jacinto Monteiro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2020-01-01
Series:Advances in Hematology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2020/8246309