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Rethinking the Role of TXA: Are We Asking Too Much?

RebelEM

Our bodies have a finely tuned system that allows blood to flow freely and not clot too easily while also allowing the body to form clots when needed. This balance is upset in trauma by loss of blood and factors, acidosis, hypothermia and the inflammatory cascade. Lancet 2010; 376(9734): 23-32.

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A guide to major haemorrhage management in paediatrics

Don't Forget the Bubbles

To address this, there is ongoing debate about whether we should consider using a whole blood transfusion approach. Rhaenyra continues to receive blood products in a 1:1:1 ratio. After Rhaenyra’s next unit of blood transfusion is complete, you get a venous blood gas. How do we prevent hypothermia?