Publications by authors named "Norman R Binnie"
Article Synopsis
- Routine pre-operative cross-matching of packed red cells (PRC) is commonly practiced for elective laparoscopic colorectal surgery, but this study investigates its necessity and costs.
- A retrospective analysis of 116 surgeries revealed that blood transfusions were rare, with only three patients needing them, indicating that extensive cross-matching may not be essential.
- Switching to "group & save" (G&S) instead of full cross-matching could lead to significant cost savings, as G&S is cheaper and still maintains safety during operations.
