Mapping trauma data reveals where whole blood transfusions are most needed.
- In Omaha and Lincoln, significant correlations were found between massive transfusion protocol activation and trauma incidents, p < 0.001.
- Downtown areas showed the highest need for prehospital whole blood transfusions.
This approach can help hospitals allocate blood resources more effectively.
- Out of 427 patients with activated MTP, geo-mapping identifies critical zones for intervention.
Journal Article by Barmettler NK, Knapp C (…) Henry R et 7 al. in J Am Coll Surg
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