[Transfusion and its specific problems in pediatrics and neonatology]

Abstract

Principles of transfusion strategy have been used for neonates and children similar to adults. However, due to substantial discrepancies between physiology/pathology in children and in their adult counterparts, decisions, indications, and doses are different from those of adults, especially in neonates. Specific data and practice guidelines for blood product transfusion are reported owing to the experience of pediatrics and neonatology units and partners of the French Blood product bank.

Keywords: Child; Enfant; Neonate; Nouveau-né; Platelet transfusion; Red-cell transfusion; Transfusion; Transfusion plaquettaire; Transfusion érythrocytaire.