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The History of Blood Transfusions
Did you know that the history of blood transfusions dates back to the 17th century?
The first recorded successful blood transfusion took place in 1667 when French physician Jean-Baptiste Denis transfused sheep’s blood into a 15-year-old boy, aiming to treat the boy’s fever.
At the time, the concept of blood groups and the risks of cross-species transfusions weren’t understood, which often led to disastrous results.
It wasn’t until the early 20th century that Austrian physician Karl Landsteiner discovered the ABO blood groups, revolutionizing transfusion medicine by significantly reducing the risk of incompatibility reactions.
This pivotal discovery laid the groundwork for safer transfusion practices, saving countless lives and making blood donation a crucial component of modern medical care.
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