What Are the Common Techniques to Minimize Blood Loss?
Several techniques are commonly used to minimize blood loss in gynecological procedures:
Laparoscopic surgery: This minimally invasive technique uses small incisions, reducing blood loss compared to open surgery. Electrosurgical devices: Tools like the electrocautery and harmonic scalpel can cut tissue and seal blood vessels simultaneously. Pharmacological agents: Medications such as tranexamic acid help in reducing bleeding by stabilizing blood clots. Preoperative planning: Identifying patients at high risk for bleeding and optimizing their medical condition before surgery. Hemostatic agents: Topical agents like fibrin sealants are applied directly to bleeding tissues to promote clotting.
