Accuracy of risk tools to predict critical bleeding in major trauma: A systematic review with meta-analysis

CONCLUSION Clinicians should consider risk tools to predict critical bleeding in a time-sensitive setting like major life-threatening trauma. The Shock Index and Shock Index Pediatric Age adjusted are easy and handy tools to predict critical bleeding in the prehospital setting. In the emergency department, however, many other tools can be used, which include laboratory and ultrasound assessments, depending on staff experience and resources. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis; Level III.
Source: The Journal of Trauma: Injury, Infection, and Critical Care - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS Source Type: research