Transfusion Therapy Article Swipe
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· 2021
· Open Access
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· DOI: https://doi.org/10.1201/9781315140629-22
· OA: W4200084811
Over the past 10 to 15 years there has been a dramatic increase in both the availability and frequency of transfusions for animals. The indications for blood transfusions include an increase in the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood, replacement of missing/abnormal coagulation factors, protein replacement, and volume expansion. The primary indications for transfusion with fresh whole blood include hemorrhage, thrombocytopenia with active hemorrhage, and lack of other available blood components. The primary indication for the use of stored whole blood is hemorrhage or the lack of other readily available components. The indication for plasma transfusion is primarily replacement of clotting factors. Clotting factors may become diminished or dysfunctional via loss or dilution, consumption, production failure, or a combination of some or all of the reasons. Careful assessment of the individual animal and its actual or anticipated deficiencies are essential for appropriate use of the specific type of plasma.
