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A Reappraisal of Plasma, Prothrombin Complex Concentrates, and Recombinant Factor VIIa in Patient Blood Management CRITICAL CARE CLINICS Goodnough, L. T. 2012; 28 (3): 413-?

Abstract

Plasma therapy and plasma products such as prothrombin complex concentrates (PCCs), and recombinant activated factor VII (rFVIIa) are used in the setting of massive or refractory hemorrhage. Their roles have evolved because of newly emerging options, variable availability, and heterogeneity in guidelines. These factors can be attributable to lack of evidence-based support for a defined role for plasma therapy, variability in coagulation factor content among PCCs, and uncertainty regarding safety and efficacy of rFVIIa in these settings. This review summarizes these issues and provides insight regarding use of these options in management of refractory or massive bleeding.

View details for DOI 10.1016/j.ccc.2012.04.002

View details for PubMedID 22713615