Susan Rowell

Experts from around the globe discuss the concept and challenges of platform trials in clinical research. They explore the efficiencies, funding issues, and statistical considerations of transitioning to big team science. The role of patient groups in trial designs and the challenges of educating institutional review boards and securing funding are also highlighted.

Profs Nikki Curry and Karim Brohi present the results of the CRYOSTAT-2 trial, evaluating early and empiric high-dose cryoprecipitate in patients with major traumatic hemorrhage. The panel discusses the importance of fibrinogen in hemostasis, the feasibility and findings of the Cryostat treatment trial, comparing treatment against placebo in trauma trials, military trauma care, delays in analysis and caution with small sample sizes, and the discussion on formula composition and trial framework.