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Although mortality rates related to AKI/severe AKI during VV ECMO are high, the occurrence of AKI/severe AKI during VA ECMO should be given greater attention, as these instances are considered strong indicators of patient deterioration and even death. Additional studies are needed to corroborate these findings.
By reading this article you should be able to: •Discuss why it may be beneficial to avoid allogeneic (donor) transfusion. •List the benefits that intraoperative cell salvage (ICS) can provide. •Identify when ICS usage is both appropriate and safe. •Explain the complications of ICS. •Describe areas of controversy relating to the use of ICS.