Practical Guide to Transfusion Medicine: A Comprehensive Resource for Clinicians

Authored by Marian Petrides and published by AABB Press, the second edition of Practical Guide to Transfusion Medicine is an indispensable resource for students, practitioners, and healthcare professionals involved in clinical transfusion medicine.

This updated and expanded guide provides essential guidance on the daily clinical aspects of transfusing blood, making it an ideal reference for clinicians, nurses, and doctors working in wards, emergency rooms, operating rooms, and during residency and fellowships.

Comprehensive Coverage of Transfusion Medicine Topics

The book covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Indications for transfusion and transfusion alternatives
• Infectious and non-infectious adverse effects of transfusion
• Blood group antigens and antibodies
• Plasma derivatives and their applications
• Transfusion in emergency situations and therapeutic apheresis
• Transfusion service management and special patient populations
• Component administration and best practices

With 485 pages of detailed information, this practical guide is designed to support healthcare professionals in making informed decisions and providing high-quality care to patients requiring blood transfusions.

Publication details:

Published by: Amer Assn of Blood Banks

Edition: 2nd edition

Publication Date: July 20, 2007

Language: English

Pages: 485 pages

ISBN-10: 1563952432

ISBN-13: 978-1563952432

This practical guide is a valuable resource for anyone involved in transfusion medicine, providing up-to-date information and expert guidance to support best practices in patient care.