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Does intraoperative epsilon-aminocaproic acid reduce perioperative blood loss in pediatric patients with idiopathic scoliosis undergoing posterior spinal fusion?
Does intraoperative epsilon-aminocaproic acid reduce perioperative blood loss in pediatric patients with idiopathic scoliosis undergoing posterior spinal fusion?
Intraoperative EACA significantly reduces perioperative blood loss and the need for autologous blood transfusion in pediatric patients undergoing posterior spinal fusion for idiopathic scoliosis.
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EACA was associated with reduced blood loss and transfusions in this cohort; leaves open routine adoption pending randomized confirmation.
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