Conference Coverage

Cryopreserved blood transfusions making a comeback


 

At EAST SCIENTIFIC ASSEMBLY 2014

"Any hospital that performs transfusions is a candidate for frozen blood," he told this publication. "However, the tertiary referral centers with larger patient populations are where you will most likely see the best results."

Dr. Hampton reported study sponsorship from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory. Dr. Procter reported no financial disclosures.

pwendling@frontlinemedcom.com

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