The aim of this thesis was to increase the safety of platelet transfusion in severely ill patients,
by determining the value of prophylactic platelet transfusion before CVC placement in …

The use of platelets in therapy has become widespread in recent decades. The treatment of
haematological and nonhaematological malignancies, bone marrow transplantation …

Purpose We report the use and effect of prophylactic platelet transfusions in critically ill
thrombocytopaenic patients, comparing patients with or without bone marrow failure as a …

Platelets perform a vital role in hemostasis and their role in inflammation is becoming
increasingly evident. Blood transfusion is the most common procedure performed in …

The practice of platelet transfusion in the intensive care unit varies, and liberal use may not
be associated with improved outcome. This study reviewed the medical records of 117 …

BACKGROUND: A description of current platelet (PLT) transfusion practice in the intensive
care unit (ICU) is needed. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS: All thrombocytopenic patients …

BACKGROUND: Thrombocytopenia is frequently encountered in critically ill patients, often
resulting in prophylactic transfusion of platelets for the prevention of bleeding complications …

Background Platelet transfusions are commonly used to treat critically ill patients with
thrombocytopenia. Whether platelet transfusions are associated with a reduction in the risk …

BACKGROUND Platelet (PLT) transfusions are frequently administered in the setting of
critical illness but their clinical impacts remain unknown. This study examined the …

Background Thrombocytopenia is a common complication of critical illness and an
independent risk factor for bleeding and death in the intensive care unit (ICU). Platelet …