Microparticles in Stored RBC as Potential Mediators of Transfusion Complications

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Conditions studied: Coronary Artery Bypass

In brief

INTRODUCTION. Cell-derived microparticles (MP) are released in cell activation, apoptosis and other processes. MP derived from red cells (RMP) are known to be released from stored packed red blood cells (PRBC), and their number increases with storage time. This constitutes one aspect of the storage lesion. Adverse transfusion events are known to increase with time of PRBC storage. The explanation for this is not known. HYPOTHESIS. Based on their findings and those of others, the investigators propose to test the hypothesis that MP in stored PRBC contribute to adverse effects of transfusion. Specifically, MP in stored blood: (1) increase procoagulant activity, expression of pro-inflammatory mediators, immune suppression, and endothelial disturbance; and (2) increase the risk of transfusion and post-operative complications in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). AIMS \& PROCEDURES. The aim of this study is to assess the clinical significance of MPs in PRBC-related transfusion complications utilizing washed PRBC. Packed red blood cells (PRBC) will be washed at the blood bank to obtain MP depleted PRBC (PRBC-MP). A total of 500 patients undergoing CABG will be initially randomized to 2 groups: one to receive PRBC-MP, and the other conventional PRBC (PRBC+MP). Using a panel of lab tests/biomarkers selected for high sensitivity the investigators will compare the 2 groups with respect to subclinical physiologic host responses including (i) endothelial disturbances, (ii) inflammatory, and (iii) procoagulant responses. In addition, clinically evident transfusion complications and short term (\<=30 days) surgical complications will be assessed and compared. Patients who are randomized but end up not requiring transfusion at surgery will serve as controls. Laboratory and clinical results will also be evaluated to elucidate which tests are significantly associated with clinically adverse effects. SIGNIFICANCE. This study will shed new light on the biochemical and clinical effects of transfusion of MP. The findings of this investigation could significantly improve transfusion practice and safety.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT01185600

Run by

University of Miami

People needed

177

Starts

2010-07-01

Expected to finish

2015-05-01

Last updated by the study team

2017-07-02

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Patients requiring coronary artery bypass (CABG) surgery will be enrolled into the study if they: (1) are willing and able to give informed consent and to adhere to study follow up requirements; and (2) do not satisfy any of the exclusion criteria

You may not qualify if…

• Patients will be ineligible for the study if they (1) are unable or unwilling to give informed consent; (2) are unable or unwilling to follow the study protocol; (3) are less than 21 years of age; (4) require emergency procedures; (5) require cardiopulmonary bypass (pump) during the operation; (6) require other surgical procedures in addition to coronary artery bypass; (7) have a proven coagulation or platelet disorder; (8) are unwilling to receive blood transfusions; (9) are pregnant; or (10) have cognitive impairment.

Where it is running

• Jackson Memorial Hospital — Miami, Florida, United States

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