Transfusion and Apheresis Science
Volume 42, Issue 3 , Pages 235-237, June 2010

A life-threatening case of autoimmune hemolytic anemia successfully treated by plasma-exchange

Banco de Sangre, Hospital Dr. Max Peralta J., Cartago, Costa Rica

Abstract 

A case of severe AIHA caused by pan-agglutinant IgG-class antibodies was resolved with therapeutic plasma exchange, transfusions and steroids to maintain acceptable hemoglobin levels, remove free hemoglobin, reduce the title of autoantibodies and sustain cardiopulmonary functions.

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PII: S1473-0502(10)00065-0

doi:10.1016/j.transci.2010.03.012

Transfusion and Apheresis Science
Volume 42, Issue 3 , Pages 235-237, June 2010

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