Used compression and simple packing to manage bleeding.
Questions to Ask
Ask these questions to generate an in depth discussion and understand the surgeon’s needs/pain points.
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I noticed there were some challenges with continuous oozing at the end of the case. What do you think the cause was?
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What is the negative outcome of having to continue to pack to maintain hemostasis before closing?
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What impact does packing have on visibility in the tight intercostal space?
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What methods have you tried in addition to packing when addressing continuous oozing?
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What were your reasons for choosing to pack rather than using an adjunctive hemostat?
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What is the typical profile of a high bleeding risk patient look like in your experience?
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What concerns you post-operatively if your patient experiences an intra-operative bleeding complication?
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What is the impact of a post-operative bleeding complication to you, your patient and the hospital?
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What role does infection play in the surgical care spectrum for positive thoracic outcomes?
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How important is clinical evidence in your decision making for intra-operative bleeding interventions?
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Use insights from the initial discussion to position the most appropriate solution.
