Indications of platelet transfusion among patients with malignancies and current challenges.

What is it about?

Platelet transfusions consist a major part of the management of hypoplastic thrombocytopenia, the latter occurring mainly among patients with hematological malignancies. They have actually led to a reduction of deaths attributable to thrombocytopenia–induced bleeding, despite their possible complications. This review article sums up their current indications as well as the associated challenges.

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Why is it important?

This is a review paper that involves the many medical specialties that take care of patients with malignancy.