Webinar recap: Massive transfusion or massive confusion?
Imagine you’re a part of a highly efficient medical organization, where the swift coordination and execution of massive transfusion protocols are crucial to saving lives. This organization thrives in high-pressure situations, where expert teams act immediately when severe trauma cases come through their doors. They have mastered the art of rapid response, ensuring that every second counts, and have a system in place that can quickly mobilize large volumes of blood products to meet the urgent needs of those who are critically injured. They are committed to excellence, making a profound difference in outcomes and exemplifying the pinnacle of emergency medical care.
In a recent webinar that is now available on-demand, Bonnie Norris and Dr. Mandy VanSandt from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) shed light on how they manage massive transfusion protocols and the patients that require them.
The presentation is rich with data and real-world examples, drawing from studies and practices that have shaped current understanding and approaches to massive transfusion protocol management at OHSU. Norris and Dr. VanSandt share expertise and insights that dive into the nuanced pros and cons of various blood products.
The presentation covers:
- The history and definition of massive transfusion
- The evolution of dealing with MTPs at OHSU
- The pros and cons of various blood components, including platelets, plasma, and whole blood
A blood bank supervisor who attended the live webinar shared, “It was nice to learn about other hospital’s MTP practices. It will help us compare our practices with the hope of getting better.”
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