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Human immunodeficiency virus and blood transfusion

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It was recognised in 1982 that AIDS could be transmitted by the transfusion of blood and blood products.(1.2) Since then, more cases of HIV transmission through transfusions have come to light and counter measures have been undertaken to reduce this risk. This paper reviews the literature and describes some of these preventative measures with particular reference to the experience in the UK.

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  1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Northern General Hospital, Herries Road, Sheffield, S5 7AU, UK

    Frank Sharp MD, FRCOG

  2. Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, St. Bartholomew’s Hospital, West Smithfield, London, EC1A 7BG, UK

    Christopher Neville Hudson FRCS, FRCOG (Physician Accoucheur) (Physician Accoucheur)

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Whitwam, J.G., Chowdhury, V., Hows, J.M. (1988). Human immunodeficiency virus and blood transfusion. In: Sharp, F., Hudson, C.N. (eds) AIDS and Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-3150-2_32

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