There is a paucity of data on management of non-acute postpartum anemia. Although blood transfusions were historically initiated with 2 units, the most recent recommendation from the American Association of Blood Banks is to begin with 1 unit. As no randomized controlled trials have been performed in obstetrics, the investigators propose a randomized, controlled trial in non-acute postpartum anemia comparing single- versus multiple-unit transfusion by total numbers of units transfused and maternal morbidity.
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Total Number of Units Transfused
Timeframe: From randomization until discharge from admission for delivery, an average of 2-3 days