Episode 161 Blood Transfusion

Are you already familiar with the life-saving role of blood transfusions in obstetrics? If not, get ready for an enlightening journey into this critical aspect of maternity care. This episode is packed with insights about the ins and outs of transfusions, from packed red cells to platelets, plus everything else a woman might need to replace following excessive bleeding during pregnancy or childbirth. We also introduce you to the role of a hematologist and a game-changing device called TEG. Pregnancy and childbirth can sometimes bring along unforeseen complications. Here, we delve into potential reactions during transfusions, the significance of monitoring and consent, and the intricacies of platelet transfusions. We also discuss the importance of knowing a woman's blood group and the use of O negative blood in emergencies. Wrapping up, we extend an invite to engage more with the topic and seek your support to keep the ObsPod alive and kicking. Tune in and immerse yourself in the world of obstetrics!Want to know more?https://www.rcog.org.uk/guidance/browse-all-guidance/green-top-guidelines/blood-transfusions-in-obstetrics-green-top-guideline-no-47/https://nhsbtdbe.blob.core.windows.net/umbraco-assets-corp/23998/inf1580-1-receiving-a-blood-transfusion-print-friendly.pdfhttps://www.nhs.uk/conditions/blood-transfusion/https://epostersonline.com/oaa2022/poster/p9?view=trueWilling to donate blood in the uk?https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/Thank you all for listening,  My name is Florence Wilcock I am an NHS doctor working as an obstetrician, specialising in the care of both mother and baby during pregnancy and birth. If you have enjoyed my podcast please do continue to subscribe, rate, review and recommend my podcast on your podcast provider.If you have found my ideas helpful whilst expecting your baby or working in maternity care please spread the word & help theobspod reach other parents or staff who may be interested in exploring all things pregnancy and birth. Keeping my podcast running  without ads or sponsorship is important to me. I want to keep it free and accessible to all but it costs me a small amount each month to maintain and keep the episodes live, if you wish to contribute anything to  support theobspod please head over to my buy me a coffee page  https://bmc.link/theobspodV any donation very gratefully received however small. Its easy to explore my back catalogue of episodes, I have a wide range of topics that may help you make decisions for yourself and your baby during pregnancy as well as some more reflective episodes on life as a doctor. If you want to get in touch to suggest topics, I love to hear your thoughts and ideas. You can find out more about me on Instagram @TheObsPod and email me on [email protected] Please also check out #MatExp matexp.org.uk for ideas about how to improve maternity experience. My bea...