Abstract:Introduction: There is considerable interest in the use of tranexamic acid (TXA) for the control of hemorrhages in trauma patients. Multiple recent studies found that TXA used in the setting of a suspected significant hemorrhage in trauma patients significantly reduced mortality. To date, there are no cited studies that specifically address hemorrhage due to solid organ injury (i.e., kidneys, liver, and spleen) and TXA use in humans. Our current research addresses whether TXA is effective in reducing complicat… Show more
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