Blood Transfusions in Small Animal Practice: Clinical Application and Case-Based Review

This course provides a comprehensive review of transfusion medicine in small animal practice. Participants will learn principles of blood typing and cross-matching, indications for transfusion, and the use of common blood products. Safe administration, monitoring, and recognition of transfusion reactions will be emphasized. Case examples highlight practical decision-making for both general practitioners and emergency clinicians. The program also reviews unconventional transfusion strategies such as auto-transfusion, Xeno transfusion, and massive transfusion protocols.