Autologous Blood Transfusion

Autologous blood transfusion is a medical process where a person donates their own blood before a scheduled surgery or medical procedure. This blood is then stored and returned to the same person during or after the procedure if needed, reducing the risk of blood transfusion reactions or infections from donated blood. It is often used when a patient has specific blood type needs or when there's a higher risk of blood loss during surgery. This practice helps ensure safety and can improve recovery outcomes for the patient.