Blood transfusion in haematology: A qualitative exploration of patients' and healthcare professionals' perceptions.

Brittannia Volkmer Fabianna Lorencatto Simon J Stanworth Shashivadan P Hirani Jillian J Francis

Published in: British journal of health psychology (2022)

Despite the challenges for patients receiving repeated transfusions, convergent perceptions suggest a shared understanding of patients' transfusion experiences. Identified challenges could inform ways to improve transfusion services and patients' experiences.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
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healthcare
chronic kidney disease
primary care
peritoneal dialysis
mental health
prognostic factors
cardiac surgery