Transfusion-related infectious mononucleosis

Scand J Infect Dis. 2002;34(10):777-8. doi: 10.1080/00365540260348626.

Abstract

Careful donor selection has reduced but not eliminated the risk of transfusion-transmitted infections. We report a case of transfusion-related infectious mononucleosis. Given the pivotal role of Epstein-Barr virus in the development of lymphoproliferative disorders after solid-organ transplantation, its potential transmission by blood products deserves to be considered in this population.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Blood Transfusion / methods
  • DNA, Viral / analysis
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Herpesvirus 4, Human / isolation & purification*
  • Humans
  • Infectious Mononucleosis / diagnosis
  • Infectious Mononucleosis / drug therapy
  • Infectious Mononucleosis / etiology*
  • Male
  • Polymerase Chain Reaction
  • Risk Assessment
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Transfusion Reaction*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Wounds and Injuries / diagnosis
  • Wounds and Injuries / therapy*

Substances

  • DNA, Viral