Abstract
Resuscitation from haemorrhagic shock remains one of the primary tasks of the traumatologist, whether practising in the emergency department (ED), the operating theatre or the intensive care unit (ICU). Diagnosis of haemorrhage, surgical strategy, choice of fluids to administer, monitoring and optimal endpoints for resuscitation are all controversial, and recommendations in each of these areas have evolved substantially in the past decade. Actions taken in the first minutes of care may profoundly affect the patient’s subsequent clinical course, putting a greater focus than ever on the dynamic process of early resuscitation. This article will review the pathophysiology of haemorrhagic shock and will briefly address emerging and controversial therapies.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callMore From: Continuing Education in Anaesthesia Critical Care & Pain
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
