Download or read book Patient Blood Management in Cardiac Surgery written by Christian von Heymann and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-06-03 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a multidisciplinary approach to the maintenance of hemostasis and minimisation of blood loss in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. All aspects of patient blood management are covered that may contribute to a reduction in perioperative bleeding and transfusion requirements in cardiac surgery. This is achieved through practical cases and a theoretical background that gives a better understanding of patient hemostasis and the occurrence of bleeding complications. This book is relevant to cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, clinical perfusionists, hematologists and intensivists.