Preoperative consultation for determining the appropriate transfusion strategy
10.1007/s44313-024-00021-x
- Author:
Ka‑Won KANG
1
Author Information
1. Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hematology-Oncology, Korea University College of Medicine, 73, Goryeodae‑ro, Seongbuk‑gu, Seoul 02841, the Republic of Korea
- Publication Type:REVIEW
- From:Blood Research
2024;59():21-
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Surgical patients are at risk of postoperative complications and mortality, necessitating preoperative patient optimiza‑ tion through the identification and correction of modifiable risk factors. Although preoperative platelet transfusions aim to reduce the risk of bleeding, their efficacy remains uncertain. Similarly, red blood cell transfusion in patients with anemia does not reduce the risk of postoperative mortality and may exacerbate complications. Therefore, devel‑ oping individualized strategies that focus on correcting preoperative complete blood count abnormalities and mini‑ mizing transfusion requirements are essential. This review aimed to examine complete blood count abnormalities and appropriate transfusion strategies to minimize postoperative complications.
