[Preoperative iron deficiency with/without anemia-an underestimated risk factor?] / Präoperativer Eisenmangel mit/ohne Anämie ­ ein unterschätzter Risikofaktor?

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Every third surgical patient already suffers from anemia before surgery. The main cause is iron deficiency. OBJECTIVE: This article describes the perioperative risk of iron deficiency with/without anemia and summarizes potential preventive measures. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Presentation of various current original papers, guidelines and own experiences from the German patient blood management network. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: Preoperative iron deficiency with/without anemia is an underestimated risk factor for perioperative complications. The implementation of preoperative diagnostics and treatment as part of a comprehensive patient blood management reduces complications and increases patient safety.