Evaluation of Military Use of Tranexamic Acid and Associated Thromboembolic Events
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DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2017.3821
Abstract: Importance Since publication of the CRASH-2 and MATTERs studies, the US military has included tranexamic acid (TXA) in clinical practice guidelines. While TXA was shown to decrease mortality in trauma patients requiring massive transfusion, improper… read more here.
Keywords: administration; txa administration; tranexamic acid; venous thromboembolism ... See more keywords
Prehospital tranexamic acid shortens the interval to administration by half in Major Trauma Networks: a service evaluation
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DOI: 10.1136/emermed-2018-208118
Abstract: Introduction Tranexamic acid (TXA) reduces bleeding and mortality. Recent trials have demonstrated improved survival with shorter intervals to TXA administration. The aims of this service evaluation were to assess the interval from injury to TXA… read more here.
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Perioperative administration of tranexamic acid in hip fracture surgery (The PATHS study): national audit of current practice.
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DOI: 10.1308/rcsann.2021.0273
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Neck of femur fractures (NOFF) are associated with significant morbidity and mortality, exacerbated by anaemia. Evidence indicates tranexamic acid (TXA) administration in NOFF surgery reduces blood loss and transfusion requirements, without increasing complications. The… read more here.
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