Thrombocytopenia After Cardiopulmonary Bypass is Associated with Increased Morbidity and Mortality

ConclusionsPost-operative thrombocytopenia is independently associated with post-operative mortality, AKI, infection, stroke, and prolonged ICU and hospital LOS. Serial platelet monitoring may help identify patients at higher risk of post-operative complications. Further studies investigating strategies to reduce post-operative thrombocytopenia, including reducing CPB time, are needed.
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research