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Epidemiology of therapeutic apheresis with a multidisciplinary approach at a high volume pediatric center.

Rachel M SirignanoMatthew L PadenRoss FasanoErin K Meyer
Published in: Journal of clinical apheresis (2017)
At a large volume pediatric hospital, TA is commonly used and can be performed safely in a variety of settings by a multidisciplinary team. This demographic review catalogs the number and type of procedures performed as a second-line therapy or on the basis of limited evidence. Additional collaborative investigation is needed to evaluate unique implications of TA in pediatrics to maximize efficacy while preserving safety.
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