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Hemodilution in orthognathic surgery.

B E Partnoy1, K L Fridrich, M J Buckley

  • 1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Iowa, Iowa City 52242.

The International Journal of Adult Orthodontics and Orthognathic Surgery
|January 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Acute intentional hemodilution is an alternative to homologous blood transfusions for elective orthognathic surgery patients. This technique may avoid risks associated with homologous transfusions, but requires further research.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthognathic surgery
  • Anesthesiology
  • Transfusion medicine

Background:

  • Elective orthognathic surgery patients are typically young and healthy, making homologous blood transfusions undesirable due to associated risks.
  • Homologous transfusions carry potentially preventable risks for this specific patient demographic.
  • Autologous predonation is a common alternative, but acute intentional hemodilution offers another option to minimize homologous blood use.

Observation:

  • Acute intentional hemodilution involves intentionally removing blood before surgery, processing it, and reinfusing it.
  • This method aims to maintain adequate oxygen-carrying capacity while reducing the need for donor blood.
  • Initial results from two patients undergoing this procedure are presented.

Findings:

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  • Acute intentional hemodilution appears to be a viable alternative for avoiding homologous blood in selected orthognathic surgery cases.
  • The study outlines the indications and contraindications for implementing this technique.
  • Early outcomes suggest potential benefits, but more data is needed.

    • Implications:

    • This technique could significantly reduce the reliance on homologous blood transfusions in orthognathic surgery.
    • Further clinical studies and data collection are necessary to establish its safety and efficacy for routine practice.
    • Wider adoption could improve patient safety and reduce transfusion-related complications in this surgical field.