Blood transfusion: Procedure, Complications and types of Components

What is blood Transfusion? Blood transfusion refers to the infusion of blood or blood components for the purpose of saving a life. Blood transfusion may be given to: Replace blood lost during surgery Replace a deficiency of specific blood components such as red blood cells (erythrocytes), platelets (thrombocytes) and clotting factors Increase …

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Marasmus Symptoms, Causes, Prevention and Treatment

What is Marasmus? Marasmus is a form of protein-calorie malnutrition that mostly affects children, especially in developing countries because of the low standard of living. It is associated with a deficiency of both protein and energy in the diet. This is different from Kwashiorkor which results from solely protein deficiency. Marasmus is …

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