Systematic reviews on platelet transfusions: Is there unnecessary duplication of effort? A scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Platelet transfusions are used across multiple patient populations to prevent and correct bleeding. This scoping review aimed to map the currently available systematic reviews (SRs) and evidence-based guidelines in the field of platelet transfusion.

Materials and methods

A systematic literature search was conducted in seven databases for SRs on effectiveness (including dose and timing, transfusion trigger and ratio to other blood products), production modalities and decision support related to platelet transfusion. The following data were charted: methodological features of the SR, population, concept and context features, outcomes reported, study design and number of studies included. Results were synthesized in interactive evidence maps.

Result

SUBMITTER: Avau B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10107266 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature