A New Look at Blood Transfusion: Evaluation of the risks and benefits prompts careful blood management

Source: Joint Commission Perspectives on Patient Safety, Volume 7, Number 1, January 2007 , pp. 1-12(12)

Publisher: Joint Commission Resources

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Abstract:

Blood transfusions were commonly regarded as unproblematic, but now researchers are finding that many transfusions are medically unnecessary and may actually put patients at risk. The potential risks of blood transfusions include immuno-suppression, the administration of incompatible blood, allergic reactions, and infections. In addition, growing blood supply shortages are endangering patients for whom transfusions are vital. This article provides strategies and tools to help health care organizations implement blood conservation techniques.

BONUS ONLINE MATERIAL: An overview of studies that show the dangers of blood transfusions

Document Type: Research article

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