Bloodless medicine and surgery
At Sharp, we offer surgery options using transfusion-free or “bloodless” techniques and procedures for patients who wish to avoid the use of blood transfusions.
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Procedures
We offer a variety of bloodless options for a range of surgical procedures, including:
Cardiac bypass surgery
Gall bladder removal
Hip replacement
Hysterectomy
Knee replacement
Open-heart surgery
Routine appendectomies
Uterine fibroid removal
We offer alternative blood-saving techniques for a transfusion-free experience, such as:
Filtering and recirculating your own blood using a cell-saver machine
Operating laparoscopically to reduce incision sizes
Stimulating blood-cell production through the use of certain pharmaceuticals, such as Epogen/Retacrit
Using electrocautery and other tools to reduce blood loss
Enhancing blood circulation using volume expanders
Use of the da Vinci® robotic surgical system
Use of medications to promote clotting, which may prevent excessive bleeding during surgery
Resources
We provide a variety of bloodless medicine patient resources (PDFs) so you can be comfortable in your choice:
Directive for Blood Fractions/Blood Conservation Equipment
You will need to complete this form ahead of any procedure where you refuse a blood transfusion.
Frequently asked questions
San Diego bloodless medicine locations
We offer bloodless medicine at hospitals across San Diego — from South Bay to East County to Kearny Mesa.
