I know that blood loss is a risk of surgery. I am having surgery in Mexicali by Dr Aceves. If I need a transfusion after surgery, is blood available? Also, where will they get the blood and has the blood gone through te same testing as blood at our US blood banks? I say that cautiously as I know there have been cases in the US where infected blood was given through transfusion. Just another question to be answered prior to surgery.

Good question. I had to have a blood transfusion and I sure hope the blood used passed stringent testing standards! I had my surgery at a North Shore LIJ Hospital in NY. Knowing the reputation of Dr. Aceves and his facility, I'd bet they are well equipped and the risks would be no different than here in the states. I'm sure someone who has had surgery will chime in here with a satisfactory answer for you.

Edited April 23, 201016 yr by LAN2k

During normal procedures, it's uncommon to lose much if any blood, but it's definitely a good idea to think these things through beforehand!

I had surgery with Dr Aceves. They do have a laboratory and blood bank (it is a private hospital that sees other patients besides bariatric surgeries). But I do not know what the standards are for blood testing in other countries. That may be something you can find out by googling the internet. I would also recommend asking the coordinator you are working with - most likely either Nina or Monica. This is a good question to ask before hand if you are concerned. Good luck!