Measuring coagulation in burns: an evidence-based systematic review

Dynamic monitoring of coagulation is important to predict both haemorrhagic and thrombotic complications and to guide blood product administration. Reducing blood loss and tailoring blood product administration may improve patient outcome and reduce mortality associated with transfusion. The current literature lacks a systematic, critical appraisal of current best evidence on which clinical decisions may be based

Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH) - September 11, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news