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[Indications for plasma substitutes].

B Tschirren, F A Hess

    Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift
    |June 14, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary
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    During severe hemorrhage, fluid resuscitation with colloid solutions like Physiogel can compensate for blood loss. Blood transfusions are reserved for cases where hemoglobin drops below 25% hematocrit.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Physiology
    • Emergency Medicine

    Context:

    • Severe hemorrhage leads to reduced oxygen-transport capacity due to hemoglobin loss.
    • Hemodilution can compensate for blood loss by increasing minute volume and decreasing blood viscosity, provided cardiac function and blood volume are maintained.
    • Maintaining intravasal fluid volume is critical during hemorrhage.

    Purpose:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of fluid resuscitation in compensating for blood loss during severe hemorrhage.
    • To determine the optimal fluid replacement strategies based on hematocrit levels and oncotic deficits.
    • To establish clear indications for blood transfusions versus colloid solutions.

    Summary:

    • Fluid resuscitation with colloid solutions, such as modified fluid gelatin (Physiogel), effectively compensates for blood loss down to 25% hematocrit by increasing minute volume and reducing blood viscosity.

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  • Plasma derivatives, particularly concentrated albumin (10-20%), are indicated for treating oncotic deficits.
  • Blood transfusions are reserved for hemoglobin levels falling below the critical threshold of 25% hematocrit.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the importance of fluid volume replacement over hemoglobin levels in initial hemorrhage management.
    • Provides evidence-based guidelines for selecting appropriate resuscitation fluids in critical care settings.
    • Optimizes the use of blood products, reserving them for specific, severe cases to conserve resources.