Early thromboelastography in acute traumatic coagulopathy: an observational study focusing on pre-hospital trauma care.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Major brain injury and uncontrolled blood loss remain the primary causes of early trauma-related mortality. One-quarter to one-third of trauma patients exhibit trauma-induced coagulopathy (TIC). Thromboelastometry (ROTEM) and thrombelastography (TEG) are valuable alternatives to standard coagulation testing, providing a more comprehensive overview of the coagulation process.

Purpose

Evaluating thromboelastographic profile, the incidence of fibrinolysis (defined as Ly30 > 3%) in severe trauma patients, and factors influencing pathological coagulation pattern.

Methods

Prospective observational 2 years cohort study on severe trauma patients assisted by Helicopter Emergency Medical System (HEMS) and Level 1 Trauma Center, in a tertiary referral University Hospi

SUBMITTER: Spasiano A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8825617 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature