title: Implementation of Mass Transfusion Protocol in the Outpatient Operating Room Setting: A Case Study.
abstract: The current definition of massive transfusion is replacement of 5 U of packed red blood cells in 3 hours because of uncontrolled hemorrhage or replacement of the entire blood volume within a 24-hour period. The prompt activation of a transfusion protocol can quickly restore hemodynamic stability. Effective teamwork and communication is critical for a favorable patient outcome. This case study demonstrates the effectiveness of using a massive transfusion protocol in an outpatient setting.
authors.forename: Holly-May
authors.initials: HM
authors.lastname: Robins
authors.forename: Brenda
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Warner
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000556:Ambulatory Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D000758:Anesthesia / Q000379:methods*; D001803:Blood Transfusion / Q000379:methods*; D001810:Blood Volume; D004715:Endometriosis / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006470:Hemorrhage / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D015907:Hysteroscopy; D007432:Intraoperative Period; D010535:Laparoscopy; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014595:Uterine Perforation / Q000150:complications*