Webinar: Haemostasis management in the perioperative period: Old habits die hard

The WFSA Perioperative Patient Blood Management (p-PBM) Working Group has been actively involved in a number of initiatives aimed at promoting updated and evidence-based practices in perioperative blood management. This webinar is part of this series of activities.FACULTY: Co-chairs: - Prof. Daniela Filipescu, Romania- Dr. Erlinda Oracion, Philippines Speakers: - Prof. Tae-Yop Kim, South Korea - Prof. Jerrold H. Levy, USA- Dr. Ecaterina Scarlatescu, Romania PROGRAMME:- Introduction - Talk 1: The Coagulopathy Challenge: Bridging Evidence and Practice in Surgery by Prof. Jerrold H. Levy- Talk 2: Plasma transfusion: essential practice or outdated tradition? by Dr. Ecaterina Scarlatescu- Talk 3: Factor Concentrates as Vital Adjunct Therapies in PBM Practice by Prof. Tae-Yop Kim- Discussion and Q&A amongst panelistsINTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES:1. Participants will be able to understand the types, advantages and current guideline recommendations for the perioperative use of lyophilised factor concentrates over conventional plasma products in clinical practice. 2. Participants will be able to identify different plasma types, summarize plasma product composition, and evaluate both the adverse effects and overall benefits of plasma transfusion in perioperative care. 3. This session will raise awareness about the risks of inadequately managed perioperative bleeding, encouraging the adoption of evidence-based haemostasis practices to improve patient outcomes.