Blood clotting test for kids at risk of bleeding during surgery
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a special blood test called TEG can help doctors manage bleeding during major surgeries in children. It may help reduce the need for blood transfusions by guiding treatment more precisely.
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Who can take part
- Your child is scheduled for a major surgery (like spine, belly, or liver surgery) at Boston Children's Hospital.
- The surgery is expected to have a high chance (over 25%) of needing a blood transfusion.
- The surgery is not an emergency and is scheduled during regular hours (8 am to 8 pm).
- Your child is not having heart surgery or needing ECMO support.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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