A Clinical Audit on Management of Transfusion Reactions

Introduction: Blood and blood product transfusion is a standard practice in the clinical setting; however, transfusion-associated adverse events are a growing concern. This study is to evaluate the transfusion reactions occurring at a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka.
Methods: This was a prospective audit, and data were collected from the transfusion reaction notification forms.
Results: There were 144 reported transfusion reactions in the study period, and out of that, 121 reactions were due to red cell transfusions. The commonest symptom was urticaria, followed by fever. Management, only 65(45.14%) cases were managed appropriately.
Conclusion: Transfusion Reactions are not always preventable; however, detection, management and prevention of transfusion reactions could be improved.