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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>A '''transfusion''' is the medical procedure of transferring [[blood]] or blood products from one person (the donor) into the circulatory system of another person (the recipient). This vital procedure is employed in a range of medical conditions to replace lost components of the blood.<br />
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=== Types of Transfusion ===<br />
* '''Whole Blood Transfusion:''' Direct transfer of whole blood from donor to recipient. Used less frequently nowadays.<br />
* '''Red Blood Cell (RBC) Transfusion:''' Used to treat [[anemia]] or blood volume loss.<br />
* '''Platelet Transfusion:''' Often used for patients with low platelet counts or dysfunctional platelets.<br />
* '''Plasma Transfusion:''' Useful in cases where clotting factors are needed.<br />
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=== Indications for Transfusion ===<br />
Transfusions are typically indicated in the following scenarios:<br />
* Severe trauma with blood loss<br />
* Surgical procedures with significant blood loss<br />
* [[Hemorrhage]]<br />
* Severe [[anemia]]<br />
* [[Thrombocytopenia]] or platelet dysfunction<br />
* Coagulation disorders<br />
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=== Risks and Complications ===<br />
Though transfusions save countless lives, they are not without risks. Potential complications include:<br />
* Transfusion reactions: allergic reactions, febrile non-hemolytic reactions, and more severe hemolytic reactions<br />
* Transmission of infections: hepatitis, HIV, etc.<br />
* Iron overload<br />
* Fluid overload<br />
* Graft-versus-host disease (rare)<br />
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=== History ===<br />
The concept of blood transfusion dates back centuries but became technically feasible and safer in the 20th century with the discovery of blood groups and advancements in storage techniques.<br />
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=== See also ===<br />
* [[Blood Donation]]<br />
* [[Blood Bank]]<br />
* [[Blood Type]]<br />
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