| This means they can be used for vacuumassisted venous drainage and are also suitable for use as post-operative drainage and autotransfusion reservoirs. |
| The sudden increase in the pre-load immediately following delivery, due to autotransfusion from the uterus, may flood the central circulation, resulting in severe pulmonary edema. |
| Equipment should include an extra suction machine, autotransfusion assembly, vascular clamps, and clip appliers. |
| The role of autotransfusion in the increased occurrence of this serious complication was examined. |
| Blood boosting is the transfusion or autotransfusion of whole blood or red blood cells, which improves oxygenation and muscular endurance. |
| This Directive shall not apply to autotransfusion. |
