Evaluation of fresh frozen plasma consumption in Children Medical Center

Background and ObjectivesFFP (Fresh Frozen Plasma) containing all coagulation factors is used to treat coagulation disorders. In the present study, FFP consumption in Children Medical Center was studied to evaluate transfusion indications leading to blood orders some of which might have been unnecessary bringing about inappropriate blood use or unused blood donations. Materials and MethodsIn this retrospective study, 1262 FFP order and reservation requests during one year for being administered to 735 patients were reviewed by census method. The results were analyzed by Chi square and SPSS. ResultsOut of 1262 requested FFP units, 952 (75.4%) were transfused, and 90 units (7.13%) though thawed were not. Out of 220 reserved units, only 22 units were transfused. ConclusionsTaking more attention in ordering will prevent blood loss and increase economic saving. The blood bank of Children Medical Center does not embark on thawing FFP before its usage is finally confirmed so that blood loss is somehow avoided.