Membrane-Based Therapeutic Plasma Exchange in Intensive Care
Sébastien Redant, David De Bels, Khalid Ismaïli, Patrick M. Honoré
Abstract
The principles and use of plasmapheresis are often little understood by intensivists. We propose to review the principles, the main indications, and the methods of using this technique.
Topics & Concepts
PlasmapheresisTherapeutic plasma exchangeIntensive care medicineMedicineIntensive careSurgeryImmunologyAntibodyComplement system in diseasesMechanical Circulatory Support DevicesBlood Coagulation and Thrombosis Mechanisms