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Application techniques of a novel hemostat in cardiac operations: HEMOBLAST
ConclusionHB is a novel powder ‐based multiple component hemostatic agent that promotes focal or large area hemostasis. We have presented the techniques of use that are important to the successful application of HB to facilitate hemostasis.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - September 5, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Brian A. Bruckner, Uy Ngo, Mahesh Ramchandani, Erik Suarez, Samir Awad, Michael Reardon Tags: SURGICAL TECHNIQUE Source Type: research

Innovative use of a bangle as a hemostat during hair transplantation
During the procedure of hair transplantation, it is common practice to make slits at the recipient area before the implantation of extracted hair follicle units. This process is commonly associated with heavy bleeding, which obscures the operative field. This not only increases the procedure time but also makes it difficult to create uniform slits. Using tumescence is a solution to decrease the bleeding, but the efficacy of this is limited. We suggest the use of a readily available steel bangle or bracelet while making slits to decrease operative site bleeding (Fig 1).
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology - March 21, 2019 Category: Dermatology Authors: Rachita Dhurat, Sandip Agrawal, Aseem Sharma, Kiran Chahal Tags: JAAD Online: Surgical pearl Source Type: research

The innovative use of a bangle as a hemostat during hair transplantation
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology - March 20, 2019 Category: Dermatology Authors: Rachita Dhurat, Sandip Agrawal, Aseem Sharma, Kiran Chahal Source Type: research

Investigation of efficiency of a novel, zinc oxide loaded TEMPO-oxidized cellulose nanofiber based hemostat for topical bleeding.
Abstract Lethal bleeding due to street accidents, natural calamities, orthopedic/dental surgeries, organ transplantation and household injuries, is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality. In the current study, zinc oxide (ZnO) was incorporated in TEMPO-oxidized cellulose nanofiber (TOCN) and polyethylene glycol (PEG) polymer system for hemorrhage control by freeze drying method. SEM and XRD data showed the presence of ZnO in the porous structure. FT-IR analysis showed that, successful conjugation occurs among the TOCN and PEG. The results revealed that, the incorporation of ZnO and higher concentrations of P...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - December 8, 2018 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Shefa AA, Taz M, Hossain M, Kim YS, Lee SY, Lee BT Tags: Int J Biol Macromol Source Type: research

CD31+ cell transplantation promotes recovery from peripheral neuropathy
In this study, we investigated the beneficial effects of CD31+ cells on peripheral neuropathy in mice. CD31+ cells were collected from the peripheral blood using magnetic activated cell sorting. CD31+ cells exhibited higher levels of expression of angiogenic genes on real-time reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction. Peripheral neuropathy was induced by crushing the sciatic nerve with a hemostat, and CD31+ cells were then injected intramuscularly along the sciatic nerve. CD31+ cell transplantation restored motor nerve conduction velocity and voltage amplitude and improved motor coordination. In addition, CD31+ cell...
Source: Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience - November 3, 2014 Category: Neuroscience Source Type: research

Microporous polysaccharide hemosphere absorbable hemostat use in cardiothoracic surgical procedures
We report our experience with Arista? AH Absorbable Hemostatic Particles (Arista? AH), a novel plant-based microporous polysaccharide hemostatic powder. Methods: Data were retrospectively collected for patients (n?=?240) that received cardiothoracic surgery at our institution from January 2009 to January 2013 with (n?=?103) or without (n?=?137) the use of Arista? AH. Endpoints included protamine to skin closure time (hemostasis time), cardiopulmonary bypass time, quantity of Arista? AH applied, intraoperative blood product usage, intraoperative blood loss, chest tube output 48?hours postoperatively, blood products required...
Source: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery - August 2, 2014 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Brian BrucknerLance BlauLimael RodriguezErik SuarezUy NgoMichael ReardonMatthias Loebe Source Type: research

Mercy adopts new blood cell transfusion guidelines
SIOUX CITY | Mercy Medical Center -- Sioux City has stepped up efforts to conserve red blood cells.All hospitals in the Trinity Health network have applied the new national recommendations developed by The Joint Commission and the American Medical Association -- convened Physician Consortium of Performance Improvement that advise adopting a "more restrictive" practice of red blood cell transfusion to produce better patient outcomes."We want to give just what is necessary, one unit at a time," said Dr. Gregg Galloway, a pathologist and vice chair of the Infectious Disease Committee at Mercy. "Give him a unit of blood. It wi...
Source: Medical Hemostat - March 22, 2014 Category: Technology Consultants Authors: hemostatguy at gmail.com (hemostat guy) Source Type: blogs

Echinococcus multilocularis: Single hepatic lesion experimentally established without metastasis in rats.
Abstract We herein describe the establishment of single hepatic lesions of Echinococcus multilocularis in rats. A 3mm incision was made on the liver with a surgical knife, and one small round vesicle of E. multilocularis (between 1×1mm and <2×2mm in diameter) was transplanted into the incision and covered with absorbable hemostat gauze. The presence and growth of the transplanted vesicle was monitored for 12weeks using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Hepatic lesions, the metacestode of this parasite were confirmed in 12 of 17 infected rats (70.6%) by MRI and macroscopic examinations. The average size of the...
Source: Experimental Parasitology - July 31, 2013 Category: Parasitology Authors: Yamashita M, Imagawa T, Nakaya K, Sako Y, Okamoto Y, Tsuka T, Osaki T, Okamoto M, Ito A Tags: Exp Parasitol Source Type: research