CE Episode! Cardiorespiratory transfusion reactions such as TACO and TRALI are deadly. Learn from an expert how to identify and manage them.
Transfusion-transmitted infection is less likely today than ever, but that safety comes with a lot of effort. In this interview, you will learn current blood center strategies to keep blood safe. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
The US FDA released the Final Guidance on bacteria in platelets on 9/30/19. Pat Kopko is here to help you understand what you need to do now.
Irradiation prevents TA-GHVD, a lethal transfusion complication. But does it really do what you think it does? NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Blood centers have gone to great lengths in our efforts to prevent TRALI. Beth Shaz is here to explain what has and hasn't worked. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Here's what we thought we knew: IgA deficiency leads to anaphylactic transfusion reactions. Jerry Sandler says, "it's not that simple!"
Do females that could have babies in the future need to be matched for antigens like K to prevent HDFN? Meghan Delaney explains what she discovered in the "AMIGO Study."
Blood clots after surgery are a huge problem. Ruchika Goel explains the possible scary link between red cell transfusion and venous thromboembolism. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
How do we achieve "CMV-safe" blood? Dr. John Roback was senior author of an AABB report, and he's here to clear the air...maybe! NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Febrile transfusion reactions are no big deal, right? Dr. Cserti-Gazdewich says, "Hold on! There's more to the story!" NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Dr. Eric Gehrie explains why transfusing patients with sickle cell disease is challenging, especially in regard to alloimmunization.
YAWN…Do you still think allergic reactions are benign and boring? Dr. Will Savage is here to explain why they are actually a big deal!
TACO is under-diagnosed, under-reported, and under-respected! Dr. Garrett Booth is here to help you understand the "ins and outs" of TACO.
All who transfuse or issue blood must understand the complications that can occur. Dr. Mark Fung gives us a straightforward approach.
Zika virus is a really big issue for blood centers and hospitals (among others!). These two 2016 episodes hit the basics and beyond.
Transfusion-associated graft-vs-host disease is a dangerous transfusion complication! Learn how to prevent and hopefully never see TA-GVHD.
Bacterially-tainted platelet units are FAR more common than other transfusion infections! Dr. Anne Eder outlines the problem and solutions.