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Mariana Lorenzi Savioli1, Araci Massami Sakashita1, Andrea Neri Folchini Cipolletta1
1Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein (HIAE), São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
Hematology, Transfusion and Cell Therapy
|February 2, 2024
Summary
Telemedicine offers a feasible remote screening for blood donors, reducing unnecessary travel and maintaining safety. This approach proved convenient and effective during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Area of Science:
- Medical Informatics
- Public Health
- Hematology
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted blood bank services, leading to a decline in blood donor numbers.
- Remote screening interviews can prevent deferred donors from needing to travel to donation centers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the feasibility of using telemedicine for initial blood donor screening.
- To assess telemedicine as an alternative to traditional face-to-face donor interviews.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective study involving 404 whole blood and platelet donors who underwent remote clinical interviews via telemedicine.
- Eligible candidates were scheduled for donation within 7 days, with a brief in-person mini-interview on donation day for safety confirmation.
Main Results:
- Out of 404 donors, 285 (70.6%) were deemed eligible after telemedicine screening.
- Technical issues or no-shows prevented telemedicine for 14.8% of candidates.
- The deferral rate post-telemedicine was 14.6%, with only 2.9% of eligible donors subsequently unable to donate.
Conclusions:
- Telemedicine presents a viable and convenient option for blood donor pre-screening.
- This remote method helps donors avoid unnecessary travel, enhancing the overall donation experience.
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