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Background and Objectives
Transfusion services in China must establish a quality management system, and regular inspection of quality indicators is an important component of quality management. Although the positive role of information technology in reducing human errors has been widely reported, its role in improving transfusion quality indicators still requires further study. This study explores...
Background and Objectives
Immunoglobulin (Ig) usage has ongoing shortage concerns. Secondary immunodeficiencies (SIDs) account for a major proportion of usage of Igs in Canada. We audited Ig usage in patients with SID at three British Columbia hospitals to determine whether more stringent local guidelines are necessary.
Materials and Methods
A retrospective chart review was performed for patients...
Background and Objectives
Reducing the maximum red blood cell (RBC) shelf‐life is under consideration due to potential negative effects of older blood. An assessment of the impacts of this change on blood supply chain management is evaluated.
Materials and Methods
We performed a simulation study using data from 2017 to 2018 to estimate the outdate rate (ODR), STAT order and non‐group‐specific RBC...
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