A Reduction in Clot Formation Rate and Strength Assessed by Thrombelastography Is Indicative of Transfusion Requirements in Patients With Penetrating Injuries
Abstract
Bleeding is a major cause of death in patients with traumatic injuries. Recently, thrombelastograph (TEG) has been suggested as an additional means of evaluating coagulation in trauma patients. We hypothesized that TEG data would aid in defining the coagulopathy of trauma in patients with penetrating traumatic injuries.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 2008
- Accession Number
- ADA480424
Entities
People
- Amy J. Plotkin
- Charles E Wade
- Donald H. Jenkins
- Jeremy G. Perkins
- Jody C. Noe
- John B Holcomb
- Kimberly A. Smith
- Myung S. Park
Organizations
- United States Army Institute of Surgical Research