Hemoglobin Optimization for Coronary Bypass: A 10-Year Canadian Multicenter Experience

ConclusionsThe results of this study suggest that preoperative hemoglobin optimization may be effective in reducing red blood cell transfusion after CABG, particularly for patients assessed ≥14 days preoperatively.Visual AbstractGraphical Abstract: Red blood cell transfusions stratified by anemia classification. Anemia was classified as none (hemoglobin ≥120g/L for women and ≥130 for men), mild (110-119g/L for women and 110-129g/L for men), moderate (80-109g/L for both) and severe (<80g/L for both).
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research