Partial Volume Exchange Transfusion, Clinical Pathway, ICU

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Indications for a PARTIAL Volume Exchange Transfusion (PVET) in Neonates

PARTIAL Volume Exchange Transfusion (PVET):
Risks-Complications-Troubleshooting
Exchange Volume Calculations
Determine Volume of Blood or NS to Order

Evaluation prior to PVET, History & Physical

Obtain consents for blood and procedure (if needed)
Determine volume of blood or Normal Saline to order

Calculate Exchange Volume
and Order PRBC/NS Replacement

Gather Equipment

Assess Vascular Access Options

Umbilical Venous Access Only PVET Procedure

Procedure if Separate Access Available
for Infusion and Withdrawal

Post-Procedure Lab Schedule
Follow up recommendations:
- Consider Hematology follow up 2-4 weeks post discharge for exchange transfusion done for anemia

Posted: February 2022
Authors: A. Ades, MD; M. Padula, MD; J. Stoller, MD, L. Heimall, MSN; L. Christ, MD; D. Friedman, MD

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