Determination of reference ranges for the ClotPro® thromboelastometry device in paediatric patients.

Background: A new thromboelastometry analyser (ClotPro®) was developed with advanced diagnostics. The reference ranges of ClotPro® in children ages 0-16 yr have not been reported.

Methods: In this prospective study, venous blood samples from 321 patients were obtained from children undergoing elective surgery after induction of anaesthesia.