Jun 2002 /Transfusion Practice Blood transfusion medicine. Regan F, Taylor C BMJ 2002;20;325(7356):143-147. NATA Rating : Review by : Kretschmer VNATA ReviewVery good overview of the current situation. – V. Kretschmer blood conservation, BSE, HAEMOVIGILANCE, PLASMA, SYSTEM, transfusion alternatives, TRANSMISSION, UK Share Post: Retrograde autologous priming of the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit reduces blood transfusion after coronary artery surgery. Effect of blood transfusion on long-term survival after cardiac operation.