Thromboelastometric (ROTEM) findings in patients suffering from isolated severe traumatic brain injury.

Severe traumatic brain injury (sTBI) is often accompanied by coagulopathy and an increased risk of bleeding. To identify and successfully treat bleeding disorders associated with sTBI, rapid assessment of coagulation status is crucial. This retrospective study was designed to assess the potential role of whole-blood thromboelastometry (ROTEM(®), Tem International, Munich, Germany) in patients with isolated sTBI (abbreviated injury scale [AIS](head) ≥3 and AIS(extracranial) <3).

Platelet function following trauma. A multiple electrode aggregometry study.

Platelets play a central role in coagulation. Currently, information on platelet function following trauma is limited. We performed a retrospective analysis of patients admitted to the emergency room (ER) at the AUVA Trauma Centre, Salzburg, after sustaining traumatic injury.