
In pediatric platelet transfusions, what counts as success depends on the clinical context and treatment goals, not just the platelet count.

Ruchika Goel, MD, is a professor and associate vice chair of research at SIU School of Medicine.

In pediatric platelet transfusions, what counts as success depends on the clinical context and treatment goals, not just the platelet count.

Low post-transfusion platelet increments did not predict mortality or length of stay in pediatric patients.