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Haematological management of major haemorrhage

Date: 10 June 2022

Major haemorrhage is a clinical emergency that results in morbidity and mortality: practice guidance is important to reduce these risks. Delayed recognition of bleeding continues to be one factor for adverse outcomes in the management of major haemorrhage, as described in a recent SHOT report.5

This guideline mandates a multidisciplinary approach involving the close working between laboratories, and clinical departments enabling a timely, targeted approach to transfusion support.

The following sections consider the evidence for practice by components, major haemorrhage protocols (MHPs) and specific clinical settings.

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Declaration of Interests

The BSH paid the expenses incurred during the writing of this guidance. None of the authors had conflicts of interest to declare. All authors have made a declaration of interests to the BSH and Task Force Chairs which may be viewed on request.