Transfusion 2023 Apr 2026

: The audit showed improvements in checking hemoglobin levels after single-unit transfusions (rising to 63.6%) but highlighted a need for better patient education regarding the risks and benefits of the procedure. Minimizing blood loss and need for transfusions in newborns

In the medical field, 2023 was a landmark year for , specifically with the publication of the AABB (Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies) international guidelines in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) . Transfusion 2023

: Depending on your region, you can find it on streaming platforms such as Amazon Prime Video or Apple TV+. 2. 2023 AABB International Transfusion Guidelines : The audit showed improvements in checking hemoglobin

: The guidelines strongly favor a restrictive transfusion strategy for most stable patients. This means waiting to transfuse until hemoglobin levels drop to 7–8 g/dL , rather than a "liberal" threshold of 9–10 g/dL. : For the first time, specific recommendations were

: For the first time, specific recommendations were provided for critically ill children , suggesting a threshold of 70 g/L (7 g/dL) for those who are hemodynamically stable.

In the UK, the National Comparative Audit of Blood Transfusion released a 2023 report focusing on adherence to .

: The 2023 updates addressed ongoing debates regarding patients with acute myocardial infarction (heart attack). While restrictive strategies are generally safe, the guidelines acknowledge that clinical judgment is crucial for patients with active cardiac ischemia.