Newer Hemostatic Agents Used in the Practice of Dermatologic Surgery

Minor postoperative bleeding is the most common complication of cutaneous surgery. Because of the commonality of this complication, hemostasis is an important concept to address when considering dermatologic procedures. Patients that have a bleeding diathesis, an inherited/acquired coagulopathy, or...

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Main Authors: Jill Henley, Jerry D. Brewer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2013-01-01
Series:Dermatology Research and Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/279289
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description Minor postoperative bleeding is the most common complication of cutaneous surgery. Because of the commonality of this complication, hemostasis is an important concept to address when considering dermatologic procedures. Patients that have a bleeding diathesis, an inherited/acquired coagulopathy, or who are on anticoagulant/antiplatelet medications pose a greater risk for bleeding complications during the postoperative period. Knowledge of these conditions preoperatively is of the utmost importance, allowing for proper preparation and prevention. Also, it is important to be aware of the various hemostatic modalities available, including electrocoagulation, which is among the most effective and widely used techniques. Prompt recognition of hematoma formation and knowledge of postoperative wound care can prevent further complications such as wound dehiscence, infection, or skin-graft necrosis, minimizing poor outcomes.
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spelling doaj-art-9cff04afa6774ac78974b39a034b05d32025-02-03T01:01:58ZengWileyDermatology Research and Practice1687-61051687-61132013-01-01201310.1155/2013/279289279289Newer Hemostatic Agents Used in the Practice of Dermatologic SurgeryJill Henley0Jerry D. Brewer1College of Osteopathic Medicine Glendale, Midwestern University, 13989 N59th Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85308, USADivision of Dermatologic Surgery, Department of Dermatology Mayo Clinic, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine Rochester, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905, USAMinor postoperative bleeding is the most common complication of cutaneous surgery. Because of the commonality of this complication, hemostasis is an important concept to address when considering dermatologic procedures. Patients that have a bleeding diathesis, an inherited/acquired coagulopathy, or who are on anticoagulant/antiplatelet medications pose a greater risk for bleeding complications during the postoperative period. Knowledge of these conditions preoperatively is of the utmost importance, allowing for proper preparation and prevention. Also, it is important to be aware of the various hemostatic modalities available, including electrocoagulation, which is among the most effective and widely used techniques. Prompt recognition of hematoma formation and knowledge of postoperative wound care can prevent further complications such as wound dehiscence, infection, or skin-graft necrosis, minimizing poor outcomes.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/279289
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