PLASMAPHERESIS

Updated 6 /25

Plasmapheresis is a form of treatment used for
treating conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis
and other autoimmune disorders. It is also used
to treat Guillain-Barre syndrome .

Multiple Sclerosis is considered to be a debilitating

disease. It is progressive and the damage it does takes
on a chronic path. The Central Nervous System is 
affected. 

Its cause is not fully understood and is categorized

an autoimmune disease. Clinical trials are
being done to improve this destructive illness.

  During Plasmapheresis, blood is removed, treated and returned 
  to the body.


                             BLOOD WARMER
A blood warmer may be used to warm blood
prior to transfusion of the hypothermic patient.

A blood transfusion may be ordered by the doctor
for a number of reasons. When a blood transfusion
is ordered, the nurse should be aware of the unit's

policies and procedures.

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