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Review
. 1994 Dec;8(6):1131-57.

Therapeutic support of the patient with thrombocytopenia

P B Rintels  1 , R M Kenney, J P Crowley
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  • PMID: 7860441
Review

Therapeutic support of the patient with thrombocytopenia

P B Rintels et al. Hematol Oncol Clin North Am. 1994 Dec.

Abstract

This article provides an update on the methods of collection, preservation, storage, and administration of platelet concentrates. The current indications for platelet transfusions are reviewed, and current knowledge concerning alloimmunization and its prevention is summarized. In addition, the ongoing controversies related to prophylactic administration of platelets versus therapeutic administration are reviewed.

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