Viscoelastic Coagulation Testing: Use and Current Limitations in Perioperative Decision-making
Gabor Erdoes, Andreas Koster, Jerrold H. Levy
Abstract
Viscoelastic coagulation testing is increasingly used for clinical decision-making for targeted treatment of coagulopathy. Nevertheless, additional assays and studies are needed to define its role in coagulopathy management.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineCoagulopathyCoagulationIntensive care medicineCoagulation testingPerioperativeClinical decision makingThrombelastographySurgeryInternal medicineTrauma, Hemostasis, Coagulopathy, ResuscitationHemostasis and retained surgical itemsBlood transfusion and management