Transfusion Threshold in Myocardial Infarction: MINT Trial

Mar 04, 2024   |  Omar Khdeir, MD; Faisal Latif, MBBS, FACC

Expert Analysis

Hemoglobin (Hb) threshold for red cell transfusion in myocardial infarction (MI) with anemia has been a matter of debate. Previous randomized trials have not consistently shown a benefit of liberal transfusion strategy.

Clinical Topics: Cardiovascular Care Team, Acute Coronary Syndromes, Stable Ischemic Heart Disease

Keywords: Blood Transfusion, Anemia, Myocardial Infarction, AHA Annual Scientific Sessions, AHA23