Blood transfusion boot camp boosts student know-how in rwanda
NCT ID NCT06259734
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a 3-day training course called Transfusion Camp for final-year medical students and new interns in Rwanda. The course taught safe blood transfusion practices based on national guidelines. Researchers measured knowledge before and after the course and tracked how well students ordered blood products afterward. The goal was to see if the training could improve safety in district hospitals.
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Active substance
Transfusion Camp Rwanda education (a 3-day behavioral training course on safe blood transfusion practices)
What this could lead to
If successful, this training could be rolled out nationwide to improve blood transfusion safety in district hospitals.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed educational study with no direct patient treatment. Results may not apply to other settings or improve actual patient outcomes.
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University of Rwanda
Kigali, Rwanda