Tranfusion Thresholds in Myocardial Infarction

Tranfusion Thresholds in Myocardial Infarction

Author: FOAMcast December 5, 2023 Duration: 16:36

The AABB recently published updated recommendations for blood transfusion thresholds. This podcast reviews these recommendations and a recent study, the MINT trial, in which patients with anemia and a myocardial infarction were randomized to a restrictive strategy or liberal transfusion strategy.

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Lauren Westafer


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