Bacterial contamination of platelets for transfusion: strategies for prevention

Platelet transfusions carry greater risks of infection, sepsis, and death than any other blood product, owing primarily to bacterial contamination. Many patients may be at particular risk, including critically...

Source: Critical Care - October 27, 2018 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Jerrold H. Levy, Matthew D. Neal and Jay H. Herman Tags: Review Source Type: research