Paediatric massive transfusion
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Paediatric transfusion.
The requirements of children undergoing transfusion should be considered as a distinct entity from those of adults. Neonates are particularly vulnerable and there have been concerns over infective or toxic risks to this group. Neonates may also have more acute side-effects as a result of their small blood volume. Most children who are transfused will have a good life expectancy, so long-term si...
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عنوان ژورنال: BJA Education
سال: 2016
ISSN: 2058-5349
DOI: 10.1093/bjaed/mkv051