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Blood Products: What Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Need to Know
Regina L Landesberg1, Elie M Ferneini2
1Private Practice, Greater Waterbury OMS, 1389 West Main Street, Suite 320, Waterbury, CT 06708, USA.
Abstract:
Blood products are routinely used to manage various coagulation and hematological disorders. However, there is a debate in the medical literature concerning the appropriate use of blood and blood products. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons must have a basic knowledge and understanding of the various available products. A consultation with each patient's hematologist is always advised in order to decrease the risk of adverse events and improve the patient's safety.
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