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More physicians today are turning to bloodless surgery, also referred to as blood conservation, because it is believed to be often healthier, safer and less costly for patients than standard surgical procedures.

Dr. Denton Cooley performed the first bloodless heart surgery in 1962. Since that time, bloodless surgeries and blood conservation programs have typically been reserved for patients who rejected blood transfusions for religious reasons. Recently, mainstream patients are becoming more attracted to these techniques due to fear of diseases that can be traced to blood transfusions.
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Bloodless Surgery and Medicine -
What is it?
The Center for Bloodless Medicine and Surgery at Hartford Hospital in Connecticut defines bloodless surgery as, “… surgical and/or medical treatment without the administration of blood or blood related products.” Bloodless surgery has been called the "Gold Standard" because of its known advantages over traditional surgery. ...

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What We Do
Our community investigates, reports, and discusses the latest techniques in transfusion alternatives and appropriate blood management.
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"It's the latest advancement in surgery, which some experts say should be the new standard in care."



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