Question

A 72-year-old with anemia (Hgb 7.1 g/dL) and CAD undergoing orthopedic surgery asks about transfusion thresholds. What do AABB guidelines suggest?

Accepted Answer

Restrictive strategy around <7 g/dL generally; consider <8 g/dL for certain surgeries/CVD

Answer

Transfuse at Hgb <10 g/dL in all

Answer

No transfusion unless Hgb <5 g/dL

Answer

Always use liberal strategy

Answer

Transfuse based on ferritin alone

Practice question

A 72-year-old with anemia (Hgb 7.1 g/dL) and CAD undergoing orthopedic surgery asks about transfusion thresholds. What do AABB guidelines suggest?