Open AccessTopical haemostatic agents
Author(s) -
Seyednejad H.,
Imani M.,
Jamieson T.,
Seifalian A. M.
Publication year - 2008
Publication title -
british journal of surgery
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.202
H-Index - 201
eISSN - 1365-2168
pISSN - 0007-1323
DOI - 10.1002/bjs.6357
Subject(s) - medicine , hemostatic agent , intensive care medicine , topical agents , medline , variety (cybernetics) , psychological intervention , surgery , hemostasis , artificial intelligence , psychiatry , political science , computer science , law
Background: A variety of local haemostatic agents is now available to stop troublesome bleeding. These agents are indicated for use during surgical interventions where conventional methods of haemostasis are not applicable because of the site of surgery or the degree of bleeding. Method: A literature search using the PubMed and ISI Web of Knowledge databases identified relevant studies on topical haemostatic agents. Manufacturers' recommendations were also sought through commercial websites. Results and conclusion: A significant body of evidence now exists to support the use of topical haemostatic agents in a wide variety of clinical situations. The advantages and disadvantages of many of these agents are highlighted. Copyright © 2008 British Journal of Surgery Society Ltd. Published by John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.