transfusiooireyhtymät
Transfusiooireyhtymät, known in English as transfusion-associated circulatory overload (TACO), is a clinical syndrome that can occur after a blood transfusion. It is characterized by respiratory distress and signs of fluid overload. The primary cause is administering blood products too quickly or in too large a volume, overwhelming the patient's circulatory system. This is particularly a risk for individuals with underlying cardiac or renal insufficiency, as their bodies are less able to manage excess fluid.
Symptoms of TACO typically appear during or shortly after the transfusion. These include dyspnea (shortness of
Management of TACO focuses on immediately slowing or stopping the transfusion and providing supportive care. Diuretics