Association of freeze-dried plasma with 24-h mortality among trauma patients at risk for hemorrhage.

Background: Blood products form the cornerstone of contemporary hemorrhage control but are limited resources. Freeze-dried plasma (FDP), which contains coagulation factors, is a promising adjunct in hemostatic resuscitation. We explore the association between FDP alone or in combination with other blood products on 24-h mortality.

Low prevalence of atrial fibrillation in ischaemic stroke: Underestimating a modifiable risk factor.

Introduction: Cerebrovascular disease remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality globally. In South Africa, it was the fourth leading cause of death in 2016, responsible for 5.1% of all deaths - the leading cause of death in individuals 65 years and older.