A meta-analysis has demonstrated an association between iron infusion before major bowel surgery and a significant reduction in the need for blood transfusion. The researchers think a change in ...

Intravenous iron associated with significant reduction in 30-day postoperative mortality and morbidity compared with RBC transfusion. HealthDay News — For patients with preoperative iron deficiency ...

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. Doctors may recommend blood transfusions as part of AML treatment. The specific transfusion type and associated risks ...

Change in clinical practice would have clear benefits for patients undergoing major bowel surgery, according to analysis conducted by researchers from UCL and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. The ...

ATLANTA — Inappropriate blood transfusions given in the emergency department (ED) to individuals with iron deficiency anemia was reduced by implementing a set of relatively simple strategies. "We were ...

Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) can damage bone marrow, lowering red blood cells and platelets. Transfusions replace missing cells to manage anemia or thrombocytopenia. Up to 9 in 10 people with MDS ...

Blood transfusions could be a regular thing if you or your child has a blood disorder called beta thalassemia. The disease causes a drop in the amount of red blood cells you have. A transfusion gives ...