Evaluation of Transfusion Pyrexia : A Review of Differential Diagnosis and Management
Author
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-7, 7 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-10-15
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
7
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Background/purpose.
Transfusion pyrexia (fever) is an important clinical sign/symptom occurring either as an isolated event or as part of a constellation of signs and symptoms in relation to blood transfusion.
It is an important cause of morbidity and may be an important sign of life-threatening complications of blood transfusion.
Pyrexia is often a reason for the discontinuation of a blood transfusion episode, and adequate evaluation remains a challenge for clinicians.
The decision to stop a blood transfusion episode on account of fever is often a difficult one.
This paper reviews the differential diagnosis of transfusion pyrexia (TP), the pathogenesis as well as current management measures.
Study selection and data source.
Literature sources include medical texts, journals, dissertations, and internet-based electronic materials Results and conclusion.
Adequate evaluation of pyrexia accompanying blood transfusion remains a challenge for clinicians.
An algorithm to assist the clinician in the evaluation of fever occurring in a blood transfusion recipient is developed and presented.
Continuous medical education is necessary for clinicians towards improved patient care in transfusion medicine.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Arewa, Oladimeji P.. 2012. Evaluation of Transfusion Pyrexia : A Review of Differential Diagnosis and Management. ISRN Hematology،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-478490
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Arewa, Oladimeji P.. Evaluation of Transfusion Pyrexia : A Review of Differential Diagnosis and Management. ISRN Hematology No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-478490
American Medical Association (AMA)
Arewa, Oladimeji P.. Evaluation of Transfusion Pyrexia : A Review of Differential Diagnosis and Management. ISRN Hematology. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-478490
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-478490