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AU - Anderson, Kenneth C.
AB - Abstract Platelet transfusions have long had an important role in the treatment of patients with thrombocytopenia due to disease or myelotoxic treatment or in patients with reduced platelet function. However, platelet transfusions are associated with numerous risks, both immunologic (e.g., transfusion reactions, alloimmunization, immunosuppression) and infectious (e.g., viral, bacterial). In addition, several laboratory and clinical factors can influence post-transfusion platelet recovery. Recent technological advances have introduced the potential for using alternatives to platelet transfusions, such as cytokines or platelet substitutes, which may avoid the risks of transfusion. Platelet development from megakaryocytes is a process that is highly regulated by cytokines and animal research suggests that selected cytokines involved in this process may be useful in the treatment of thrombocytopenia. 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TI - Platelet transfusion and alternatives to transfusion in patients with malignancy
JO - Stem Cells
DO - 10.1002/stem.5530130603
DA - 1995-01-01
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