Foley catheter balloon compression effectively controls hemorrhage in trauma.

A retrospective review of 18,303 trauma patients in Venezuela revealed that 45% of 1,757 patients with vascular injuries utilized Foley catheter balloon compression for hemorrhage control. The majority (75%) of catheter placements occurred in emergency departments, while 53.2% were employed in non-compressible anatomical junctions. This method proves effective across various trauma care settings, preserves collateral circulation, and requires minimal attention to maintain hemostasis, highlighting its potential as a vital technique for hemorrhage management.