Mechanical Anti-Shock Trousers (M.A.S.T.)
MAST is an inflatable garment that surrounds the legs and torso. It has three separate compartments that can be inflated. They are capable of sustaining internal pressure of approximately 100 mmHg. Various theories expound the effects of MAST. MAST reduces any bleeding in the lower extremities (like applying direct pressure to a cut on an arm). MAST increases peripheral vascular resistance in the lower body. MAST increases blood flow to the upper body, vital organs and brain.

Meticulous Surgical Techniques
Using surgical instruments or techniques that prevent or minimize blood loss. One such approach, the Halstedian surgical technique, for cancer surgery aims at meticulous removal of all cancer tissue, while minimizing blood loss.

Microsampling
Technique that restricts the quantity or frequency of blood sampling for lab tests. In many cases, a complete run of tests can be done from only a few drops of blood. Typically, small vials are used for blood collection.

Microwave coagulating scalpel
A device that employs microwave energy to perform similar activity to that of electrocautery, but is capable of cauterizing greater areas of tissue at one time. Microwave Tissue Coagulation System (MTCS) is designed to coagulate soft tissue using a surface contact applicator. The system consists of an applicator, external microwave generator, vacuum pump, and a cooling fluid pump and tubing. The desired power and delivery time are set manually by the operator. The applicator is a specifically designed to deliver microwave energy at the frequency and power levels that the generator outputs. This technology has been primarily used for hepatic and urologic surgery.

Minimal Blood Draws
Excessive collecting of blood for testing has been shown to contribute to anemia and increase the incidence of blood transfusions. Reducing the number of blood tests and using smaller samples helps preserve the patient’s blood and thereby decreases exposure to blood transfusions.

Minimally Invasive Surgery
Allows surgical repair through small incisions such as for example, laparoscopic surgery.