The patient could not accept blood products for religious reasons, according to a March 6 news release from the hospital.
To accommodate this need, the team utilized medications to increase the patient’s red blood cells before and during surgery, and monitored any post-surgery blood loss closely.
The patient was discharged about a week after the procedure and has been recovering at home, the release said.
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The patient could not accept blood products for religious reasons, according to a March 6 news release from the hospital.
To accommodate this need, the team utilized medications to increase the patient’s red blood cells before and during surgery, and monitored any post-surgery blood loss closely.
The patient was discharged about a week after the procedure and has been recovering at home, the release said.
At the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, taking place June 11-13 in Chicago, spine surgeons, orthopedic leaders and ASC executives will come together to explore minimally invasive techniques, ASC growth strategies and innovations shaping the future of outpatient spine care. Apply for complimentary registration now.
