Severe bleeding is one of the most common and preventable causes of death after traumatic injury, yet currently available ...
Pre-hospital transfusion improves patient condition, reduces hospital stays and reduces overall use of blood.
The Clayton County Fire & Emergency Services Department launched their pre-hospital blood transfusion in October.
Every second counts in trauma care. When a patient experiences life-threatening blood loss, the first hour, often called the golden hour, can determine survival. Hemorrhagic shock accounts for 30-40% ...
HIGH. THE WAUWATOSA FIRE DEPARTMENT IS THE FIRST IN THE STATE TO ADMINISTER A BLOOD TRANSFUSION OUT IN THE FIELD. MEDICS RESPONDED TO A DEADLY SHOOTING IN MILWAUKEE RIGHT NEAR 80TH AND CONGRESS, ...