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2026 ASFA and WAA joint meeting report
Tanya Nadia Glatt1, Yossi Schwartz2
1South African National Blood Service, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Summary
The 2026 Joint Meeting of the American Society for Apheresis (ASFA) and the World Apheresis Association (WAA) summarized key themes and scientific content from their 4th joint congress. This event highlighted advancements and educational programs in the field of apheresis.
Area of Science:
- Apheresis Science
- Transfusion Medicine
Background:
- The American Society for Apheresis (ASFA) and the World Apheresis Association (WAA) are leading international organizations in apheresis.
- Co-hosting a joint congress facilitates the exchange of knowledge and fosters collaboration in the field.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize the scientific content presented at the 2026 ASFA-WAA Joint Meeting.
- To outline the educational program and identify key themes discussed during the congress.
- To provide a concise overview of the 4th joint congress of these major international apheresis organizations.
Main Methods:
- Review of scientific abstracts and presentations from the congress.
- Analysis of the educational program structure and topics covered.
- Identification of recurring themes and significant discussions.
Main Results:
- The 2026 Joint Meeting featured a comprehensive scientific program.
- The educational sessions covered a wide range of topics relevant to apheresis.
- Key themes included advancements in therapeutic apheresis and emerging research.
Conclusions:
- The 4th joint congress successfully convened international experts in apheresis.
- The meeting served as a vital platform for knowledge dissemination and professional development.
- The summarized content reflects the current state and future directions in apheresis research and practice.
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