The Canadian Apheresis Group (CAG), in conjunction with the Canadian Association of Apheresis Nurses (CAAN) is hosting their annual general meeting (AGM) in person on October 21 & 23, 2022. Registration Registration, including a registration fee, is required to attend this event. To learn more about

Presented by Dr. Waseem Anani Medical Director: Immunohematology Reference Laboratory and Blood Associate Professor (Clinical), University of Utah School of Medicine Learning objectives Describe the clinical history of a typical patient having hemolysis from a drug List the mechanisms of drug

Presented by Dr. Heather VanderMeulen Transfusion Medicine Physician Trainee University of Toronto, Toronto Learning objectives Review the epidemiology and clinical significance of D variants in the perinatal period Summarize the current guidelines available to direct the management of the weak D

Presented by Dr. Nadia Gabarin Transfusion Medicine Physician Trainee McMaster University, Hamilton Learning objectives Review the impact of ABO incompatible platelet transfusions on platelet count increments Discuss the incidence of hemolysis in the context of ABO incompatible platelet transfusions

Presented by Dr. Ahmad Alharbi Transfusion Medicine Physician Trainee McMaster University, Hamilton Learning objectives Review the pathogenesis and definition of IVIG related hemolysis. Identify the incidence and risk factors for IVIG related hemolysis. Recognize the IVIG products with low

Presented by Dr. Charles Lafrance Transfusion Medicine Physician Trainee University of Toronto, Toronto Learning objectives Understand the pathogenesis of trauma-induced coagulopathy Review the available literature about PCC indications and use in trauma and other settings Discuss the results of the

Presented by Dr. Marc Bienz Transfusion Medicine Physician Trainee University of Toronto, Toronto Learning objectives Briefly go over the history of ECMO Discuss the most recent data on RBC thresholds for patients on ECMO Review recommendations for transfusion of platelet and plasma products

Presented by Dr. Marissa Laureano Transfusion Medicine Physician Specialist Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga Learning objectives Discuss the role of albumin for patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass Review the latest evidence regarding massive transfusion protocols

Presented by Dr. Carolyne Elbaz Adult Hematology, St. Mary's Hospital Assistant Professor, McGill University Learning objectives Review the approach to inherited bleeding disorders Review the management of anticoagulant associated bleeding. References An illustrated review of bleeding assessment

This topic teaching event has been cancelled.