Transfusion reactions are adverse events that can occur during or after the transfusion of blood products. These reactions can range from mild allergic responses to severe complications that may ...

SEVERE anaphylactic transfusion reactions are rare. Mollison 1 estimated that allergic reactions such as laryngeal edema or bronchial spasm are encountered only once or twice per 1000 transfusions.

Although the media and the public are worried about the infectious risks of transfusion, hemovigilance reports show that antigen-antibody reactions are responsible for the vast majority of acute ...

Medical emergencies strike without warning. Whether it's a car accident, severe allergic reaction, or unexpected surgery, ...