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Germany's Blood Management Needs Urgent Reform, Says Expert

5/20/2025

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Professor Kai Zacharowski calls for urgent reform in Germany's blood management system as shortages continue amid soaring surgical demands. He champions patient blood management (PBM) to boost safety by conserving blood, addressing anemia, and cutting down on unnecessary surgeries. This transformative strategy seeks to elevate patient outcomes while lessening dependence on donor blood.

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Professor Kai Zacharowski calls for urgent reform in Germany's blood management system as shortages continue amid soaring surgical demands. He champions patient blood management (PBM) to boost safety by conserving blood, addressing anemia, and cutting down on unnecessary surgeries. This transformative strategy seeks to elevate patient outcomes while lessening dependence on donor blood.