Blood Products and Utilization of Blood for Mass Hemorrhage-Handout - Blood Products and Utilization of Blood for Massive Hemorrhage

Handout - Blood Products and Utilization of Blood for Massive Hemorrhage

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This document is a presentation on the topic of blood products and their utilization for massive hemorrhage. The presenter, Dr. Marissa Li, discusses various aspects related to the transfusion of blood components in emergency situations.<br /><br />The presentation covers the clinical applications of blood components for massive transfusion, including the management of the lethal triad of trauma, which consists of hypothermia, acidosis, and coagulopathy. It also discusses the different coagulopathies associated with trauma and massive transfusion.<br /><br />The presentation further delves into the use of red blood cells (RBCs) and plasma for massive transfusion, highlighting the importance of restoring oxygen carrying capacity with RBCs and the potential benefits of a higher plasma to RBC ratio. It also examines the use of type AB plasma and type A plasma in trauma situations.<br /><br />Another topic discussed is the use of O-positive (O pos) versus O-negative (O neg) RBCs for emergency transfusion, looking at the statistics of O-negative donors and patients and the indications for using O-negative RBCs.<br /><br />The presentation also covers new trends in blood transfusion practices for massive hemorrhage, including the utilization of liquid plasma and whole blood, their coagulation profiles, and their practical application.<br /><br />Lastly, the presentation mentions the October 1, 2017, Las Vegas shooting as an example of a mass casualty event that required the rapid transfusion of blood components.<br /><br />Overall, the presentation provides valuable information on the utilization of blood products in cases of massive hemorrhage and highlights potential advancements in transfusion practices.

Keywords

blood products

massive hemorrhage

transfusion

clinical applications

lethal triad

coagulopathy

red blood cells

plasma

O-positive

O-negative