Adjuncts for Tissue stasis

Abstract

Preclinical and clinical data of products are outlined and the physical properties, mechanisms of action, and safety issues for each hemorrhage-control agent are discussed.

Massive blood transfusion for trauma

“…Hemorrhage control devices have been a major goal of the U.S. Department of Defense [36][37][38]. Three new devices have been fielded in the second Gulf War: a zeolite powder, a chitosan bandage, and the dry fibrin sealant bandage.…”