Performance review of the National Blood Safety Improvement Project in Korea (2004-2009)
Blood Research
;
: 139-144, 2013.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-74585
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
In 2004, the Korean government and blood transfusion community deliberated on the issue of a national blood system reform and agreed to implement a 5-year project (2004-2009) to further improve safety measures. Our study delineates the basis of the current national blood program and analyzes the performance of this 5-year project initiated by the Korean government.METHODS:
A performance review of the 5-year project was conducted from May 2009 to February 2010 using various approaches. Numerous data and documentation were collected from the Korean Red Cross and the Korean Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and reviewed by experts. Approximately 20 interviews with representatives of stakeholder groups were conducted to gather information, opinions, and perceptions. We conducted a nationwide field survey on a total of 144 blood donor centers.RESULTS:
Among the 5 major categories of the 5-year project, blood donor recruitment, laboratory testing, and product manufacturing were improved in terms of quality performance. Specifically, government's financial support ensured that the infrastructure of blood donor centers and blood laboratory centers improved. The pivotal role of the government contributed to improvements in the national blood program and enhanced national surveillance for blood safety.CONCLUSION:
Korea has made a tremendous effort with positive outcomes to provide safety measures for blood products for transfusion in its citizens. In all areas of blood management, from blood donations to transfusions, continuous developments in monitoring safety standards and practices are paramount.
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Index:
WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Red Cross
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Financial Support
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Blood Donors
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Blood Transfusion
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Blood Safety
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Korea
Type of study:
Practice guideline
Limits:
Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
English
Journal:
Blood Research
Year:
2013
Type:
Article
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