Dr. Ovadje's Emergency Auto-Transfusion Set (EAT-SET) is a system that recovers blood from internal bleeding in patients. Oviemo Ovadje invented the system in 1989 as an affordable blood auto-transfusion mechanism requiring no electricity, which previously required very expensive equipment that only developed countries could afford.[1]
The EAT-SET is a fully closed system that includes a resuable collection unit fitted with a disposable filter. It features both suction and retransfusion lines, with blood drawn from body cavities using a handheld vacuum pump. The system also helps prevent disease transmission and reduces the risk of immune reactions, commonly associated with homologous transfusions. It also provides flexibility in managing blood supply and reduces dependancy on blood banks, which may be unreliable in many African countries.[2]
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edit- ^ "Nigerian scientist develops blood auto-transfusion kit". Kumatoo. 2017-01-16. Retrieved 2025-07-21.
- ^ Busari, Biodun (2024-04-23). "Meet Nigerian doctor, Oviemo Ovadje, who invented affordable blood auto‑transfusion mechanism". Vanguard News. Vanguard Media. Retrieved 2025-07-21.