Effect of preoperative oral iron supplementation on postoperative outcomes in children with acyanotic congenital heart disease undergoing cardiac surgery: a pragmatic randomised clinical trial
Key Points
To evaluate the impact of preoperative oral iron supplementation on postoperative outcomes in children with acyanotic congenital heart disease.
Pragmatic randomized clinical trial design
Focus on children with acyanotic congenital heart disease
Comparison between those receiving oral iron supplementation and those who do not
Assessment of postoperative outcomes, including transfusion requirements
Significant reduction in the need for allogeneic blood transfusion among those receiving oral iron supplementation
Improved postoperative recovery observed in supplemented group
No major adverse effects reported related to iron supplementation
Abstract
Preoperative oral iron supplementation significantly reduces the need for allogeneic blood transfusion in children undergoing cardiac surgery for acyanotic heart disease.
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