Hemostatic resuscitation for massive bleeding: the paradigm of plasma and platelets--a review of the current literature
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Continued hemorrhage remains a major contributor of mortality in massively transfused patients and controversy regarding the optimal management exists. Recent studies indicate a possible survival benefit in patients receiving a higher ratio of plasma and platelets (PLTs) to red blood cells (RBCs) than what is recommended in current transfusion guidelines.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Transfusion |
Volume | 50 |
Issue number | 3 |
Pages (from-to) | 701-10 |
Number of pages | 10 |
ISSN | 0041-1132 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Mar 2010 |
ID: 34117207