001: Whole Blood Platelets with Mark Yazer

Mark Yazer, a leading expert in transfusion medicine and professor at the University of Pittsburgh, challenges common myths surrounding whole blood-derived platelets. He discusses the startling fact that over 90% of U.S. platelet transfusions rely on apheresis collections. The conversation delves into the differences and surprising similarities between platelet types, clinical implications of transfusion strategies, and the safety concerns of each method. Yazer advocates for informed choices in platelet use amid ongoing shortages, encouraging continued learning in the field.