Erythropoietin use in the critically ill: current evidence
Stephen Joseph Warrillow
Abstract
Stephen Joseph Warrillow
Abstract
Treating anaemia in the critically ill with EPO cannot be recommended. Of concern is the possibility of increased incidence of thrombotic complications through EPO therapy. With regard to the non- haematopoietic effects of EPO, more research is needed. (non-author abstract)
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Treating anaemia in the critically ill with EPO cannot be recommended. Of concern is the possibility of increased incidence of thrombotic complications through EPO therapy. With regard to the non- haematopoietic effects of EPO, more research is needed. (non-author abstract)
Key concepts: Medicine, Critically ill, Intensive care medicine, Erythropoietin, Current (fluid), Internal medicine, Engineering, Electrical engineering