The use of Epoetin alfa in complex spine deformity surgery.

Shapiro, Gary S

The use of Epoetin alfa in complex spine deformity surgery. [electronic resource] - Spine Sep 2002 - 2067-71 p. digital

Publication Type: Clinical Trial; Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

1528-1159

10.1097/00007632-200209150-00019 doi


Adult
Aged
Blood Donors--statistics & numerical data
Blood Loss, Surgical--statistics & numerical data
Blood Transfusion, Autologous
Constipation--etiology
Contraindications
Epoetin Alfa
Erythropoietin--administration & dosage
Female
Fever--etiology
Hematocrit--statistics & numerical data
Humans
Injections, Subcutaneous
Length of Stay--statistics & numerical data
Male
Middle Aged
Postoperative Complications--etiology
Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting--etiology
Preoperative Care--methods
Prospective Studies
Recombinant Proteins
Sepsis--etiology
Spinal Curvatures--surgery
Spinal Fusion--adverse effects
Treatment Outcome