Table 4 Effects of red blood cell transfusion on circulatory parameters in children with burn injury
| Measured parameters | Before transfusion | After transfusion | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hemoglobin concentration |
8.0 g/dL (6.3–11.3) n = 31 |
9.8 g/dL (7.8–13.0) n = 26 | p < 0.001 |
| Increase of hemoglobin after transfusion |
1.3 (−1.1–5.0) n = 26 | ||
| Heart rate |
125/min (90–160) |
120/min 85–155) | p = 0.017 |
| Systolic blood pressure |
80 mmHg (60–125) |
93 mmHg (80–115) | p < 0.001 |