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Journal Jam 18 The Evidence for TXA – Should Tranexamic Acid Be Routine Therapy in the Bleeding Patient?

Jun 29, 2021
01:25:23
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Dr. Ken Milne, an EBM guru, joins the hosts to examine the evidence for TXA in various indications including epistaxis, postpartum hemorrhage, hyphema, and hemoptysis. They discuss the limitations of the Cochrane review, the uncertain effectiveness of TXA in gastrointestinal bleeds, and the No-Pack trial results for epistaxis. The importance of replication in scientific studies and the pitfalls of subgroup analysis are also explored.
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Quick takeaways

  • The evidence supports the use of TXA in trauma to potentially save lives.
  • Replicating studies helps reduce the chances of false positives and provides a more reliable understanding of the truth.

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TXA and trauma

The evidence for TXA in trauma is primarily based on the landmark Crash-2 trial, which showed a 1.5% absolute reduction in all-cause mortality. While the trial has some limitations, it has led to widespread acceptance and use of TXA in trauma resuscitation. There is also the Stamp trial, which did not show a significant mortality benefit but had a similar absolute difference as Crash-2. Overall, TXA is commonly used in trauma settings, especially in patients with significant hemorrhage or hemodynamic instability. The evidence may not be perfect, but it supports the use of TXA in trauma to potentially save lives.

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