Alloimmunization following antigen‐negative red blood cell transfusion

In this video, we'll explore an important article that sheds light on a critical issue in transfusion medicine: alloimmunization. Alloimmunization occurs when a patient's immune system mounts an immune response against foreign antigens found on transfused red blood cells. This can cause serious complications in future transfusions, as the patient's immune system may attack and destroy the new red blood cells. The article focuses specifically on alloimmunization following antigen-negative red blood cell transfusion, which is a strategy used to prevent alloimmunization in patients who have already developed antibodies against certain antigens. The authors examine the efficacy of this strategy and explore the factors that may influence its success. We'll delve into the research and explore the implications of these findings for transfusion medicine, as well as the potential impact on patients with transfusion needs. Whether you're a medical professional or simply interested in learning more about this critical issue, this video is for you. Join us on this enlightening journey and learn more about alloimmunization and antigen-negative red blood cell transfusion.
slides link : https://www.mediafire.com/file/xrm3qg633etpsfq/Alloimmunization+following+antigen%E2%80%90negative+red+blood+cell+transfusion.pdf/file
Full text : https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/trf.17208