Coagulation

New coagulation research has been reported by scientists at University Hospital

Published in Blood Weekly, June 11th, 2009

According to a study from Zurich, Switzerland, "Purpose of review Major trauma is often associated with hemorrhage and transfusion of blood and blood products, which are all associated with adverse clinical outcome. The aim of this review is to emphasize why bleeding and coagulation has to be monitored closely in trauma patients and to discuss the rationale behind modern and future transfusion strategies."

"Recent findings Hemorrhage is a major cause of early death after trauma. Apart from the initial injuries, hemorrhage is significantly promoted by coagulopathy. Early identification of the underlying cause of hemorrhage with coagulation tests (routine and bedside) in...

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Source: Blood Weekly (2009-06-11)

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