Identification and management of preoperative anaemia in adults: A British Society for Haematology Guideline update.

Hands, Katie; Daru, Jahnavi; Evans, Caroline; Kotze, Alwyn; Lewis, Christopher; Narayan, Shruthi; Richards, Toby; Taylor, C; Timmins S; Wilson A

Author

Hands, Katie
Daru, Jahnavi
Evans, Caroline
Kotze, Alwyn
Lewis, Christopher
Narayan, Shruthi
Richards, Toby
Taylor, C
Timmins S
Wilson A

Affiliation

Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service; Queen Mary University of London; University Hospital of Wales; The Dudley Group NHS Foundation et al

Publication date

2024-07-25

Subject

Haematology

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Abstract

This updated British Society for Haematology guideline provides an up-to-date literature review and recommendations regarding the identification and management of preoperative anaemia. This includes guidance on thresholds for the diagnosis of anaemia and the diagnosis and management of iron deficiency in the preoperative context. Guidance on the appropriate use of erythropoiesis-stimulating agents and preoperative transfusion is also provided.

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Hands K, Daru J, Evans C, Kotze A, Lewis C, Narayan S, Richards T, Taylor C, Timmins S, Wilson A; BSH Committee. Identification and management of preoperative anaemia in adults: A British Society for Haematology Guideline update. Br J Haematol. 2024 Jul;205(1):88-99. doi: 10.1111/bjh.19440. Epub 2024 Apr 25. PMID: 38664944.