Population-Based Analysis of the Impact of Demographics on the Current and Future Blood Supply in the Saarland

Conclusion: Our results on RBC demand in SL are comparable but not identical to those projected for the region of MV in eastern Germany. Due to the ongoing demographic changes in Germany as a whole, regular regional monitoring of RBC demand and the age structure of blood recipients and donors should be implemented to allow for better strategic planning in blood transfusion services and hospitals.Transfus Med Hemother
Source: Transfusion Medicine and Hemotherapy - Category: Hematology Source Type: research