MODERATOR
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SPEAKER
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Simon Stanworth, FRCP, FRCPath, DPhil, Consultant Hematologist, NHSBT
Pediatric Hemovigilance in the UK
Nancy Robitaille, MD, Medical Director, Blood Bank, CHU Sainte-Justine
Pediatric Hemovigilance in Canada
Dr. Cassandra Josephson, MD, Professor, Emory University School of Medicine, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Pediatric Hemovigilance in the USA
Description
This session will discuss pediatric transfusion reactions in the context of international hemovigilance. Speakers will discuss definitions and surveillance activities and report on pediatric hemovigilance as compared with adult transfusion recipients. Tools for reporting and data sharing that are available through various networks will be discussed.
Dr. Stanworth did not consent to presentation capturing and recording.
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Compare the differences between and similarities in pediatric hemovigilance reports from the UK, Canada and the United States.
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Review the current US and international standards for reporting adverse events associated with transfusion in pediatric patients.
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Review the current US and international standards for reporting transfusion reactions in pediatric patients.
CE Category | CE Value |
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California Clinical Laboratory Personnel |
1.5 |
California Nurse |
1.8 |
Florida Laboratory Personnel |
1.8 |
General Attendee |
1.5 |
Physician |
1.5 |
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