Transfusion Associated Circulatory Overload: A Critical Incident. Issue 1 (January 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Goodall, E
• Is Part Of: Journal of perioperative practice. Volume 24:Issue 1/2(2014)
• Page Start: 15
• Page End: 18
• Publication Date: 2014-01
• Subjects: Transfusion associated circulatory overload -- TACO -- Student operating department practitioner -- Transfusion reaction -- Post anaesthetic care unit; Operating room nursing -- Periodicals; 617.9192
• DOI: 10.1177/1750458916024001-203
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2515-7949

Abstract

Transfusion associated circulatory overload (TACO) is a serious but under-recognised complication of blood transfusion. While the exact incidence rate is unknown the associated morbidity and mortality make this a transfusion reaction worthy of attention. This article provides details of a critical incident involving TACO followed by a literature review and discussion written from the perspective of a student ODP. The goal of this article is to raise awareness of TACO amongst hospital staff to facilitate faster recognition and earlier intervention in future events.