Transfusion reactions due to Yersinia enterocolitica
Whelen, J.K.
Seminars in Perioperative Nursing 9(1): 37-41
2000
ISSN/ISBN: 1056-8670 PMID: 10818963 Document Number: 518046
The transfusion of blood products has become increasingly safe over the last few years, but the procedure is not without risk. One rare, but serious, complication is sepsis related to the transfusion of blood contaminated with bacteria. This article discusses the risk, treatment, and prevention of this potential complication of transfusions.
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