Febrile non-haemolytic transfusion reaction occurrence and potential risk factors among the US elderly transfused in the inpatient setting, as recorded in Medicare databases during 2011-2012

摘要

Background and ObjectivesFebrile non-haemolytic transfusion reaction (FNHTR) is an acute transfusion complication resulting in fever, chills and/or rigours. Study's objective was to assess FNHTR occurrence and potential risk factors among inpatient U.S. elderly Medicare beneficiaries, ages 65 and older, during 2011-2012.