Episode 39 - Tweaks and Tune-Ups | A Guide to Blood Product Modifications
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Navigating Blood Product Modifications and Transfusion Risks
This chapter explores the critical modifications of blood products, particularly in the context of organ and stem cell transplant patients. It emphasizes the need for adherence to local transfusion protocols to prevent complications such as Transfusion-Associated Graft-Versus-Host Disease (TA-GVHD) and addresses the impact of irradiation on blood product storage. The discussion also sheds light on HLA matching and the complexities surrounding platelet transfusions, underlining the vital testing needed for patient safety.
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