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Plasma Exchange  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Note

  • /adv eff: coordinate with TRANSFUSION REACTION if pertinent

Scope note

  • Removal of plasma and replacement with various fluids, e.g., fresh frozen plasma, plasma protein fractions (PPF), albumin preparations, dextran solutions, saline. Used in treatment of autoimmune diseases, immune complex diseases, diseases of excess plasma factors, and other conditions.

History note

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D010951

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