A study published in the December issue of Anesthesiology showed inhaled nitric oxide reduced the adverse effects of transfusing stored blood in mice, according to News-Medical.
Researchers found inhaled nitric oxide reduced tissue injury and improved short-term survival in mice that were resuscitated after hemorrahagic shock.
Stored blood cells have a reduced ability to transport oxygen, and transfused blood stored for longer durations is associated with increased morbidity and mortality.
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Researchers found inhaled nitric oxide reduced tissue injury and improved short-term survival in mice that were resuscitated after hemorrahagic shock.
Stored blood cells have a reduced ability to transport oxygen, and transfused blood stored for longer durations is associated with increased morbidity and mortality.
More Articles on Anesthesia:
Study: Type of General Anesthesia May Not Affect Risk of Myocardial Infarction
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