Thromboelastography and rotational thromboelastometry for the surgical intensivist: A narrative review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Viscoelastic tests (VETs), specifically thromboelastography (TEG) and rotational thromboelastometry (ROTEM), are gaining popularity in the management of critically ill surgical patients with hemorrhage or thrombosis due to their comprehensive characterization of the coagulation process and point-of-care availability in comparison to conventional coagulation tests (CCTs). We review current evidence for VET use in patients in the surgical intensive care unit (SICU).

Methods

We searched PUBMED, EMBASE and the Cochrane Library through May 30, 2018 for articles that evaluated the use of VETs in patient populations and clinical scenarios germane to the surgical intensivist. Individual articles were critically evaluated for relevance and appropriate methodology using a s

SUBMITTER: Drumheller BC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6433488 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature