title: Autologous transfusion in obstetrics and gynecology.
abstract: Two cases are presented which illustrate the use of autologous blood transfusion for elective surgery in obstetrics and gynecology. The advantages and disadvantages are described and review of the pertinent literature over the past century is summarized.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001804:Blood Transfusion, Autologous; D002369:Castration; D002585:Cesarean Section; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007044:Hysterectomy; D008875:Middle Aged; D011247:Pregnancy