Authored by Philip Howard, MD; Alexis Peedin, MD; and Melissa George, DO, this invaluable resource is designed to support residents, fellows, and attending pathologists who are on call and covering the transfusion service, but lack the expertise of a seasoned pro.

In this comprehensive guide, over 20 realistic case studies are presented, showcasing the types of scenarios that can occur at any moment, but seem to happen more frequently when you’re on call. The cases encompass patients experiencing transfusion reactions, clinicians requesting red cell, platelet, and plasma/cryoprecipitate transfusions, the potential use of apheresis, and situations involving obstetric, perinatal, and pediatric patients.

Each case is structured to walk the reader through the initial questions to ask, differential diagnosis, consultation with colleagues, evaluation of test results, implications for the patient’s future transfusion management, and effectively handing off to the next shift’s personnel with a comprehensive report.

The editors have crowd-sourced topics from their colleagues, applying a systematic approach that can be applied anywhere, even in situations not described in the book. To further enhance the reader’s understanding, references and suggested readings are also included.

Book Details

Published by AABB Press in 2023, this resource is available in English. The ISBN is 978-1-56395-471-9.

With its practical, structured approach, this book is an essential tool for pathologists on call, covering the transfusion service, and seeking to improve their expertise in transfusion medicine.

Develop your skills in transfusion medicine with this go-to guide, and confidently navigate the complexities of patient care.