Study: Stored Blood Transfusion Side Effects May be Reduced by Nitric Oxide

A study published in the December issue of Anesthesiology showed inhaled nitric oxide reduced the adverse effects of transfusing stored blood in mice, according to News-Medical.

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Researchers found inhaled nitric oxide reduced tissue injury and improved short-term survival in mice that were resuscitated after hemorrahagic shock.

Stored blood cells have a reduced ability to transport oxygen, and transfused blood stored for longer durations is associated with increased morbidity and mortality.

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