5.6
Adverse Reactions to Transfusion
Malawi Standard Treatment Guidelines, 6th Edition, 2023. Chapter 5, Blood and Haematology.
Clinical Description
- Suspect an adverse reaction if any of the following occurs:
- Severe pain at transfusion site or in the back, loin and/or chest
- Rise in temperature of 1 Degree Celsius above the baseline
- Increase in pulse rate of >20/minute above baseline
- Fall in systolic BP >20 mm Hg
- Urticaria
- Rigors
- Hemoglobinuria
- Shortness of breath
- Wheezing
- Treatment depends on the severity of the transfusion reactions.
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