Use of Dried Plasma in Prehospital Battlefield Resuscitation

Abstract

In June 2011, the DHB recommended that the Department consider dried plasma as a research, development, test, and evaluation priority for battlefield prehospital care. The use of plasma during this phase has received significant advocacy within the civilian and military sectors. Among the entities supporting this approach are: the Mayo Clinic and Foundation, Memorial Hermann Hospital, U.S. Special Operations Command, US. Army Special Operations Command, Army Surgeon General's DCBI Task Force, Army Special Missions Unit, Navy Special Missions Unit, USAISR, as well as the French, German, and British militaries. Although the arrival of an FDA-approved dried plasma product is not imminent, a solution is currently needed. Consideration should be given to future conflicts, in addition to current military engagements, particularly for SOF and other early entry forces.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 08, 2011
Accession Number
AD1029095

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  • Nancy Dickey

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Blood
  • Blood Transfusions
  • Brain Injuries
  • Combat Casualty Care
  • Combat Injuries
  • Combat Support Hospitals
  • Health Services
  • Medical Personnel
  • Special Operations Forces
  • United States Special Operations Command
  • Warfare

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