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. 2023 Jun 1;182(8):3433–3443. doi: 10.1007/s00431-023-05031-y

What is Known:

• Platelet transfusions are given to preterm infants with thrombocytopenia either to treat bleeding or to prevent hemorrhage.

• Lack of consensual criteria for transfusion.

What is New:

• A significant association between platelet transfusions and mortality, sepsis, and NEC.