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Abstract
Blood transfusion is one of the commonest accompaniments of surgical practice. With a growing incidence of
major polytrauma by vehicular accidents, bomb blasts and fires, awareness of the basic concepts underlying
massive blood transfusion practice with special reference to the complications is essential. The paper outlines
the pathophysiologic mechanisms underlying the various complications of massive blood transfusion.
Key Words: Massive blood transfusion complications.