Question

A 52-year-old with hematemesis and Hgb 7.9 g/dL is otherwise stable with normal ECG. Known CAD with prior stent. What transfusion threshold is reasonable?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse at Hgb <8 g/dL given cardiovascular disease

Answer

Transfuse at Hgb <7 g/dL for all

Answer

Transfuse only if Hgb <6 g/dL

Answer

No transfusion if stable

Answer

Transfuse only if symptomatic regardless of level

Practice question

A 52-year-old with hematemesis and Hgb 7.9 g/dL is otherwise stable with normal ECG. Known CAD with prior stent. What transfusion threshold is reasonable?