[Experiences in performing preoperative isovolaemic haemodilution in a medium-sized hospital (author's transl)]

Abstract

The paper discusses the question whether preoperative isovolaemic haemodilution is indicated in relation to operations in a medium-sized hospital. Haemodilution with Dextran 40 and Dextran 60 is performed the day before operation and both methods are compared. It seems, that preoperative haemodilution with Dextran 60 may be recommended in certain circumstances.