Developing a belgian emergency blood collection protocol to fill the gap in resource-limited settings : the right product, at the right time, in the right place

Transfusion is a highly regulated activity, and Belgium is no exception. This activity, which saves lives, especially in the case of haemorrhagic casualties, must be integrated into the medical support system for operations organised by the Defence. However, the management and delivery of sensitive products such as blood can present significant challenges in austere environments. In such cases, emergency protocols are essential for deployed medical personnel to ensure the continuity of care and make up for shortfalls. For transfusion, this involves a protocol for the collection of whole blood... Mehr ...