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Damage control resuscitation improves trauma survival by controlling hemorrhage and using plasma. Prehospital application faces challenges, but early tranexamic acid and lyophilized plasma show promise for remote trauma care.

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  • Hemorrhagic shock management
  • Prehospital care

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  • Hemorrhage is a primary cause of preventable trauma death.
  • Damage control resuscitation (DCR) is the standard in-hospital treatment for hemorrhagic shock.
  • Plasma-based resuscitation has improved outcomes, but prehospital application (remote DCR) is challenging due to resource limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the principles and challenges of remote damage control resuscitation.
  • To assess the feasibility and potential benefits of early interventions like tranexamic acid and lyophilized plasma in austere environments.
  • To discuss the role of whole blood and current limitations in controlling noncompressible hemorrhage.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of damage control resuscitation principles and prehospital trauma care.
  • Analysis of current evidence regarding fluid resuscitation strategies (crystalloids, colloids, plasma, whole blood).
  • Evaluation of hemorrhage control techniques, including mechanical methods and hemostatic agents.

Main Results:

  • Plasma-based resuscitation and decreased crystalloid/colloid volumes are effective in DCR.
  • Early administration of tranexamic acid and reconstituted lyophilized plasma is feasible for remote settings.
  • Whole blood is considered optimal fluid therapy, but logistical issues persist.
  • Effective control of external hemorrhage is established, but noncompressible torso hemorrhage remains a significant challenge.

Conclusions:

  • Remote damage control resuscitation requires adapted strategies for resource-limited environments.
  • Early use of tranexamic acid and lyophilized plasma may improve outcomes in prehospital settings.
  • Addressing logistical challenges for whole blood and improving methods for noncompressible hemorrhage control are critical areas for future research.