When do you use autotransfusion?

Autotransfusion is most commonly used in the emergency department in trauma patients with evidence of a significant hemothorax. If the patient’s signs and symptoms display evidence of hemothorax preparation of autotransfusion should begin immediately before chest tube placement.

How is autotransfusion done?

Postoperative autotransfusion is performed by connecting the double lumen autotransfusion suction line directly to the drain line placed at the conclusion of surgery. Postoperative autotransfusion begins in the operating room when the drain line is placed and the surgical site is closed.

What is an autotransfusion device?

The autoLog® Autotransfusion System is a sophisticated device with an exceptionally effective design that provides autologous blood during surgical procedures. Autologous red blood cell salvage is a safe, reliable and cost-effective method of returning washed red blood cells to a patient.

When a patient has an autotransfusion of blood where does the blood come from?

Fundamentals of Obstetric Anesthesia Cardiac output rises immediately after delivery because of autotransfusion of 500 to 750 ml of blood from the uterus.

What does a cell saver do?

To recycle the blood, a machine known as a cell saver is used to collect what a patient loses during surgery, rinse away unneeded fat and tissue, and then centrifuge and separate the red cells, which are then returned to the patient should he or she need it.

What is the difference between homologous and autologous donation?

Autologous blood transfusion is the collection and re-infusion of the patient’s own blood or blood components. Homologous, or more correctly allogenic, blood transfusions involves someone collecting and infusing the blood of a compatible donor into him/herself.

What is continuous autotransfusion system?

Autotransfusion products collect and process a patient’s own blood during surgery, thus helping the patient avoid transfusions with donor or banked blood. Terumo Cardiovascular is the exclusive distributor in the U.S. for the Fresenius Kabi CATS (Continuous Autotransfusion System) devices.

What is a cell saver machine?

What is it called when they recycle your blood?

Is a cell saver mandatory?

For patients who come to us with hemoglobin levels between 11-11.9, we make it mandatory to have cell saver, and if you are below 11 we will not clear you for surgery. We do this all for the safety of the patient.

How much does a cell saver cost?

The cost for the use of the cell saver is a flat rate charge of $311, which includes tubing, liner and anticoagulant solution costs. The cost for each package of FFP (200 ml), including administrative expenses, is $13.

Which blood is used in allogenic transfusion?

Introduction. Red blood cell (RBC) transfusions originating from an unrelated donor are known as allogeneic RBC transfusions.

What is the purpose of intraoperative autotransfusion?

Intraoperative autotransfusion is the collecting of shed blood from the patient, cleaning the blood of impurities and reinfusion of the blood.4 The purpose of autotransfusion is the replacement of shed blood that occurred due to trauma or during the course of surgery to prevent hypovolemia and hypoxia while maintaining the oxygen transport

How often do trauma patients need a blood transfusion?

only 3 percent of civilian trauma patients will receive a massive transfusion (>10 units red blood cells [RBC] in 24 hours), these patients consume 70 percent of all blood transfused at a trauma center. Because massive transfusions are unplanned and require the processing and delivery of large amounts of blood

Are there any concerns about using autologous blood in trauma?

Several concerns regarding the urgent use of autologous blood in trauma patients have been raised, including logistic issues for implementing an autotransfusion protocol, infectious complications due to transmission of contaminated blood, exacerbation of coagulopathy, and cost-effectiveness.

Are there any complications with autotransfusion of wound drainage blood?

Autotransfusion of wound drainage blood has been associated with complications due to blood trauma. Coagulopathy and embolism from particulate, fat and air have been reported. Proper procedural techniques should be followed to avoid such complications.