Book description:

Discover the world of blood transfusion with “Introduction to Blood Transfusion: from donor to recipient.” This book, published by the International Society of Blood Transfusion (ISBT), offers a comprehensive introduction to the field, covering everything from donor selection to post-transfusion monitoring.

The ISBT’s decision to update and rename the publication in 2020 reflects its commitment to providing expert resources to a global audience. The first edition had already made a significant impact, with electronic versions of its chapters downloaded more than 62,000 times since 2010, highlighting its popularity among readers.

What’s remarkable about this book is the international collaboration behind it. Expert reviewers from Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North and South America, Australia, and Africa worked together to ensure that the book remains accessible to students worldwide, regardless of their first language.

For Beryl Armstrong, one of the original authors, this project represents a dream fulfilled – bringing introductory knowledge about blood transfusion to students in a way that doesn’t require the guidance of an instructor.

Rob Wilkinson, another original author, acknowledges the book’s impact in Africa, where it has served as a valuable learning resource. The updated second edition continues this legacy, contributing to the safety of blood transfusions, especially in developing regions.