Ed Barnard

Dr. Ed Barnard, UK's Defence Professor of Emergency Medicine, dives into the innovative abdominal aortic and junctional tourniquet (AAJT), a tool designed for non-compressible haemorrhage. He explains its development, how it works to occlude major vessels, and why it’s considered a last-resort device. Ed discusses the challenges of using AAJT, including pain tolerance and practical application in emergency settings. He highlights the need for thorough training and governance to ensure its effective and safe use during critical trauma cases.