Prophylactic platelet transfusions prior to surgery for people with a low platelet count
<h4>Background</h4> <p>People with thrombocytopenia often require a surgical procedure. A low platelet count is a relative contraindication to surgery due to the risk of bleeding. Platelet transfusions are used in clinical practice to prevent and treat bleeding in people with thro...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2018
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