Severe childhood anemia and emergency blood transfusion in Gadarif Hospital, eastern Sudan.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Anemia is a major cause of global morbidity and mortality, particularly among children. Management of anemia depends on causes and severity of anemia. However blood transfusion is a lifesaving intervention in severe and life-threatening anemia. There are no published data on blood transfusion for anemia in Sudan.

Methods

A descriptive study was conducted in Gadarif Hospital in eastern Sudan during 1 August, 2017 to 31 March, 2018. Consecutive children who presented at the emergency room with an indication for blood transfusion were enrolled in the study. A detailed history was gathered from all patients. Physical examinations, including vital signs, were performed. The World Health Organization guidelines for blood transfusion were followed.

Results

During

SUBMITTER: Ahmed MAA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6890167 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature