Intraoperative cell salvage in obstetrics.
The use of Intraoperative Cell Salvage (ICS) in obstetrics has been slow to develop as a result of theoretical concerns relating to amniotic fluid embolism and fetal red cell contamination. In this article we examine the current UK position on the use of ICS in this clinical speciality and the recommendations for its safe and appropriate use.
Welsh Blood Service, Bocam Park, Ffordd Yr Hen Gae, Pencoed, CF35 5LJ. hannah.grainger@wales.nhs.uk
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D001803:Blood Transfusion; D005260:Female; D006470:Hemorrhage / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D007430:Intraoperative Care; D009774:Obstetrics; D006113:United Kingdom