Bleeding Disorders
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Risk score can predict thrombosis in ITP
The researchers advised that risk should be reevaluated frequently as treatment is given.
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Score can predict thrombosis in ITP
New research suggests a scoring system can predict the risk of thrombosis in patients with immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) who are taking...
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Preop anemia management saves blood, costs
BOSTON – Managing anemia prior to cardiac surgery saved a hospital more than $100,000 in transfusion costs in a pilot program.
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Denosumab effective against osteoporosis in TDT patients
Denosumab increased bone density, reduced pain, and decreased markers of bone remodeling in patients with transfusion-dependent thalassemia.
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Portable hematology analyzer gets FDA nod
The HemoScreen hematology analyzer can perform a complete blood count at the point of care.
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Antigen profiling may help prevent transfusion complications
BETHESDA, MD. – Extended red cell antigen profiling before initial transfusion can help avoid complications in highly transfused populations.
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Platelet transfusion threshold matters for preterm infants
Premature infants with severe thrombocytopenia who receive platelet transfusions at a higher threshold of platelet count have a higher risk of...
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Sickle cell disease gene therapy seen advancing
BETHESDA, MD. – NIH conference highlights experimental gene therapies for SCD and thalassemia, with further updates on this work slated for ASH’s...
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Bleeding score could help identify hemophilia
The International Society on Thrombosis and Hemostasis–Bleeding Assessment Tool appears to accurately identify hemophilia A and B.
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Rapid bacterial testing of platelets saves money, reduces waste
BOSTON – Annual costs savings approached $89,000 and fewer units of platelets were discarded because of expiration.
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Few clinical outcomes convincingly linked to sickle cell trait
The systematic review showed evidence to support sickle cell trait as a risk factor for proteinuria and chronic kidney disease.