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Synthetic Material Abdominal Swabs Reduce Activation of Platelets and Leukocytes Compared to Cotton Materials
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AT3 Administration During ECLS (EP Video)
Jordan Voss discusses antithrombin 3 (AT3) administration during ECLS cases (15:30 minutes).
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