Tag: Operating room procedures

Topical thrombin is a critical hemostatic agent used to control minor bleeding during surgeries [1.5.1]. To ensure its effectiveness, it's vital to know what should topical thrombin products not be mixed with, as certain substances can render the product useless.

Estimates suggest that a retained surgical item (RSI) occurs in approximately 1 in every 5,500 to 18,000 inpatient operations [1.2.5]. This article explores what items are left inside the patient during surgery, the associated risks, and the preventative measures in place.