Question

A 58‑year‑old woman with hematochezia is stabilized; colonoscopy tomorrow. Hb 7.1 g/dL, CAD history with angina last month. Which transfusion threshold is most appropriate tonight?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse at Hb <8 g/dL due to cardiovascular disease

Answer

Transfuse at Hb <7 g/dL in all

Answer

Withhold transfusion unless hypotensive

Answer

Transfuse only if Hb <6 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse to Hb ≥10 g/dL

Practice question

A 58‑year‑old woman with hematochezia is stabilized; colonoscopy tomorrow. Hb 7.1 g/dL, CAD history with angina last month. Which transfusion threshold is most appropriate tonight?