Skip to Main Content
S. Karger AG Open Menu
header search
Search
Advanced Search
Skip Nav Destination
Book cover for International Society of Blood Transfusion: 7th Congress, Rome, September 1958: Proceedings
Current Studies in Hematology and Blood Transfusion
International Society of Blood Transfusion: 7th Congress, Rome, September 1958: ProceedingsAvailable to Purchase
Edited by
L.P. Holländer
L.P. Holländer
Search for other works by this author on:
This Site
PubMed
Google Scholar
S.Karger AG
Volume
10
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1159/isbn.978-3-318-03472-1
Status:
Available
ISBN electronic:
978-3-318-03472-1
ISBN print:
978-3-8055-0105-7
Subject Area: Hematology
Publication date:
1959
Chapter Contents
Book Chapter

1012a - 1012a: Transfusion of Platelet Concentrates to Thrombocytopenic Patients Free

By
J. Djerassi
J. Djerassi
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Search for other works by this author on:
This Site
PubMed
Google Scholar
;
E. Klein
E. Klein
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Search for other works by this author on:
This Site
PubMed
Google Scholar
;
S. Farber
S. Farber
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Search for other works by this author on:
This Site
PubMed
Google Scholar
;
R. Toch
R. Toch
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Search for other works by this author on:
This Site
PubMed
Google Scholar
Doi:
https://doi.org/10.1159/000426120
© Copyright 1959 by S. Karger AG
1959
Copyright / Drug Dosage / Disclaimer
Copyright: All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be translated into other languages, reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, microcopying, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher.
Drug Dosage: The authors and the publisher have exerted every effort to ensure that drug selection and dosage set forth in this text are in accord with current recommendations and practice at the time of publication. However, in view of ongoing research, changes in government regulations, and the constant flow of information relating to drug therapy and drug reactions, the reader is urged to check the package insert for each drug for any changes in indications and dosage and for added warnings and precautions. This is particularly important when the recommended agent is a new and/or infrequently employed drug.
Disclaimer: The statements, opinions and data contained in this publication are solely those of the individual authors and contributors and not of the publishers and the editor(s). The appearance of advertisements or/and product references in the publication is not a warranty, endorsement, or approval of the products or services advertised or of their effectiveness, quality or safety. The publisher and the editor(s) disclaim responsibility for any injury to persons or property resulting from any ideas, methods, instructions or products referred to in the content or advertisements.

Abstract

Fresh, frozen or lyophilized platelet concentrates (from 4000 pints of human blood) were administdere to 278 thrombocytopenic patients. Hemostasis occurred in 60 per cent. In 85 per cent vascular fragility was reduced. Thromboembolic phenomena were not encountered. Hypersensitization due to platelets from incompatible blood was not observed. In 30 patients whose bone marrow improved eventually, the platelet level returned to normal. Large amounts of platelets were usually required to induce hemostasis. The effects of fresh platelets last longer than those of preserved platelets which do not circulate. While the use of fresh platelets is preferable because of the smaller doses required and the longer lasting effects, the preserved material permits salvage of platelets and thus makes possible the use of larger quantities when fresh material is not available.

Send Email

Recipient(s) will receive an email with a link to 'International Society of Blood Transfusion7th Congress, Rome, September 1958: Proceedings > 1012a - 1012a: Transfusion of Platelet Concentrates to Thrombocytopenic Patients' and will not need an account to access the content.

Subject: International Society of Blood Transfusion7th Congress, Rome, September 1958: Proceedings > 1012a - 1012a: Transfusion of Platelet Concentrates to Thrombocytopenic Patients

(Optional message may have a maximum of 1000 characters.)

Submit
×
This Feature Is Available To Subscribers Only

or Create an Account

Close Modal
Close Modal