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A clinical audit of red blood cell transfusion practices at a district hospital in South Africa

Abstract

The study described the blood transfusion practices and identified shortcomings when compared with the standard clinical guidelines.Contribution: The study highlights the importance of applying rationale, caution and consideration of the specific patient profile when performing transfusions.

Research topics

  • Blood transfusion and management
  • Trauma, Hemostasis, Coagulopathy, Resuscitation
  • Blood donation and transfusion practices

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DOI: 10.4102/safp.v66i1.5958

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