Transfusion-Related Cost Comparison of Trauma Patients Receiving Whole Blood Versus Component Therapy.

Angelo V CiaragliaJohn C MyersMaxwell BravermanJohn BarryBrian EastridgeRonald StewartSusannah NicholsonDonald Jenkins

Published in: The journal of trauma and acute care surgery (2023)

With increased use of LTO + WB for resuscitation, cost comparison is of significant importance to all stakeholders. LTO + WB was associated with reduced cost in severely injured patients. Ongoing analyses may improve resource utilization and benefit overall healthcare cost.Level of Evidence: Therapeutic/Care Management, IV.

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