Evaluation Of Excessive Intra/post Op Bleeding

Question 1

First sign of transfusion reaction could be diffused bleeding. What is the pathogenesis of this bleeding?

Answer 1

ADP from hemolyzed RBC resulting in diffuse platelet aggregation, after which the platelet clumps are removed out of the circulation

Question 2

_________ is characterised by systemic activation of the coagulation system which results in the deposition of fibrin clots and micro vascular ischaemia and may contribute to the development of multiorgan failure

Answer 2

DIC