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Bloodless medicine techniques were developed to minimize or eliminate the risks associated with blood transfusions. Some of the risks associated with blood transfusions include:
infection
blood-borne diseases and viruses
allergic reactions and complications
extended hospital stays from any complications
By choosing blood conservation methods such as bloodless surgery, patients may:
decrease the risk of infection
decrease the risk of blood-borne diseases and viruses
avoid allergic reactions and complications
spend fewer days in the hospital
reduce medical costs