Why Was Transfusion Medicine Not Recognized as a Clinical Discipline?

Authors: Cees Th Smit Sibinga

DOI: 10.23880/hij-16000275

Volume 10, Issue 1

Abstract

Transfusion of human blood is still not free from mystical ideas and semi-mystical interpretations. One of the principles is that human blood and solid organs are to be shared as a gift of life, during life or after death and not be offered on the market as a merchandise. Blood transfusion does not save life but supports medical interventions, medical and surgical, bridging the gap of shortage (lack of production, or loss) which threatens organs (multiple organ failure) from functioning as part of a complex organism. Unfortunately, despite all international efforts, shortages are still protracting in the large developing world, home to over 80% of the global population and are dramatically increasing due to the foreign aid cuts (financially and supportive through guidance).

Keywords: Transfusion; Human Blood; Medicine

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