Transfusion strategies for patients in pediatric intensive care units.
The study of Lacroix et al. is well-designed. The results are valid and the conclusions are sound. It is a further study showing that a restrictive transfusion strategy is not […]
Randomized trial of liberal versus restrictive guidelines for red blood cell transfusion in preterm infants.
Thoroughly and conscientiously performed randomized controlled study investigating the effect of restrictive versus liberal transfusion of red blood cells in preterm infants. The data confirm a significant reduction of the […]
Relationship of blood transfusion and clinical outcomes in patients with acute coronary syndromes.
This is an important observational study which points towards higher mobidity and mortality in patients with acute coronary syndromes who undergo transfusion. The results obtained, though not definitive due to […]