Not as simple as ABC: Tools to trigger massive transfusion in pediatric trauma
CONCLUSION
The BIS score, which takes into account derangements in acidosis, coagulopathy, and SIPA, is accurate and easy to perform and can be incorporated into a simple bedside screening tool for triggering MT in pediatric trauma patients.
LEVEL OF EVIDENCE
Diagnostic Tests or Criteria, Level IV.
Source: The Journal of Trauma: Injury, Infection, and Critical Care - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: INDEPENDENT SUBMISSIONS Source Type: research