Autologous transfusion techniques

J Intraven Nurs. 1997 Nov-Dec;20(6):305-10.

Abstract

The use of autologous donation has become a popular alternative for patients likely to receive transfusion. Autotransfusion is an approach to reinfuse a patient's own blood and decrease the need for allogeneic transfusions. This article explores the current autotransfusion techniques.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Blood Transfusion, Autologous / instrumentation*
  • Blood Transfusion, Autologous / methods*
  • Blood Transfusion, Autologous / nursing
  • Hemodilution
  • Humans
  • Intraoperative Care
  • Postoperative Care
  • Preoperative Care