Therapeutics: News and Research on Erythrocyte Transfusion

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£13m NHS bill for 'mismanagement' of menstrual bleeds

A UK study has revealed that acute heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is placing a significant hidden burden on the NHS, with around £13 million spent annually on hospital admissions and post-discharge care.

Hypovolemic phlebotomy beneficial before liver resection

For patients undergoing liver resection, hypovolemic phlebotomy reduces perioperative red blood cell transfusions compared with usual care, according to a study published online Dec. 9 in The Lancet Gastroenterology and Hepatology.

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