Massive transfusion protocols in the Netherlands. Consensus or confusion?

Introduction: Transfusion strategy for trauma patients with massive haemorrhage is often incorporated in massive transfusion protocols (MTP). Albeit correct MTP use results in better patient outcome, research regarding the state of MTP knowledge is scarce. The objective of this study is therefore to assess knowledge of local MTP and massive transfusion strategy in the level 1 trauma centres in the Netherlands. Our hypothesis is that actual MTP knowledge is low and transfusion strategy differs. Materials and methods: Surveys were sent out in January 2020 to all trauma and vascular surgeons, ana... Mehr ...