Intravenous (IV) iron use overall is associated with a “very low” risk for anaphylaxis, but iron dextran and ferumoxytol carry an increased risk relative to iron sucrose, according to new research.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The risk for anaphylaxis from IV iron formulations appeared low, although it varied depending on the type of ...

Most people experience no complications during a blood transfusion, but some have adverse reactions during or after treatment. Examples include a fever, chills, itching, or breathing difficulty.

Red blood cell transfusions enhance quality of life for MDS patients but require careful management to avoid complications like iron overload. Red blood cell (RBC) transfusions play an important role ...

Physical/chemical causes. These causes of hemolysis are most often secondary to improper handling of blood products. Reasons include inadvertent heating or freezing with subsequent thawing of the red ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . During pregnancy, alterations occur in the mother’s immune system to protect the fetus, and women with a history ...