title: Intraoperative autotransfusion with a new disposable system.
abstract: In the past 2 years we have used a simple, disposable set for intraoperative autotransfusion. The system consists of a rigid plastic case with a flexible bag inside constituting a 600 ml reservoir which can be connected to any suitable vacuum source. We used it so far in 56 patients undergoing various vascular operations who were autotransfused a total of about 160 units of blood without any complications with regard to blood coagulation or hemolysis.
mesh_terms: D001804:Blood Transfusion, Autologous / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D004209:Disposable Equipment; D004630:Emergencies; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D007432:Intraoperative Period