Question:
i do not want a blood transfusion, is blood nessary for the operations ?
— stew18 (posted on June 20, 2002)
June 20, 2002
I signed a consent for a transfusion IF one was needed as with any surgery.
I did not need one, though.
— Dona R.
June 20, 2002
Only in an emergency. However, most hospitals will let you donate (ahead of
time) your own blood, to be held for your own surgery date. In the event of
a complication and blood is needed, it will be your own. Call the hospital
and find out their policy.
— Barbara B.
June 20, 2002
I also did not want blood transfusions (for religious reasons). When I
brought this up with my doctor, he said not to worry about it - this
surgery doesn't usually result in a lot of blood loss. Just in case, I
signed a medical directive stating my wishes. There are wonderful medical
advances these days, so even if you did lose a lot of blood there are
alternatives to receiving transfusions.
— Shannon D.
June 20, 2002
You should ask your surgeon. It is generally not necessary, but some
doctors won't operate unless you sign a concent form in the event that it
becomes critically necessary.
— Amber L.
June 20, 2002
my doctor has only had to give one transfussion in the 20 years he has been
doing this. The reason why it was necessary was the person was taking
herbs that causes bleeding. She failed to tell him when she was giving
history. She didn't think herbs were medicins since they are suppose to be
natural. So if your are taking anything let your doctor know. But normally
this surgery is blood free. Hope this helps.
— sandy W.
June 20, 2002
Ordinarily blood transfusions are not necessary, but it may in part, depend
on which procedure you are having and depends on the health and blood count
of the individual. You might what to think about donateing your own blood
(just in case there are complications) in advance. If you are already
scheduled for your surgery, check with your doctor. There is a form most
hospitals have called "Advance Directive" which is sort of like a
living (medical) will. It outlines or gives you the opportunity to make
specific and direct requests regarding your care, in writing, should an
emergency or complications arise and there is no one to speak on your
behalf. Keep in mind that you have to sign the operative consent
form-without it, some doctors won't operate. Hope this helps.
— yourdivaness
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