Emergency Medicine Evaluation and Management of Anemia - 22/07/18
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Anemia is a common condition and is diagnosed on laboratory assessment. It is defined by abnormally low hemoglobin concentration or decreased red blood cells. Several classification systems exist. Laboratory markers provide important information. Acute anemia presents with symptoms owing to acute blood loss; chronic anemia may present with worsening fatigue, dyspnea, lightheadedness, or chest pain. Specific treatments depend on the underlying anemia and etiology. Iron is an alternative treatment for patients with microcytic anemia owing to iron deficiency. Hyperbaric oxygen is an option for alternative rescue therapy. Most patients with chronic anemia may be discharged with follow-up if hemodynamically stable.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Anemia, Red blood cells, Evaluation, Management, Microcytic, Normocytic, Macrocytic, Transfusion, Transfusion reaction
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Vol 36 - N° 3
P. 609-630 - août 2018 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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