Could whole blood save more trauma patients? new canadian trial aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06495294
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests whether giving trauma patients whole blood instead of separate red blood cells and plasma before reaching the hospital is feasible and improves outcomes. About 60 adults with severe traumatic bleeding will be randomly assigned to receive either two units of whole blood or four units of blood components. The study focuses on whether paramedics can successfully give the assigned blood and collect complete data.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Whole blood
What this could lead to
If this approach works, it could simplify prehospital care and improve survival for trauma patients with severe bleeding.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study (60 participants) focused on feasibility, not yet on proving better outcomes. Results may not apply broadly.
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Ornge Air Ambulance
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