Tranexamic acid for intracranial hemorrhage (CRASH-2 trial)
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Tranexamic acid has a small beneficial effect on hemorrhage from trauma or surgery. Among 270 subjects with intracranial hemorrhage due to trauma, those randomized to tranexamic acid showed a trend toward improved outcomes (mortality, hemorrhage extension, new bleeding foci) compared to placebo. Authors propose a large trial to explore further.
Tranexamic acid for intracranial hemorrhage (CRASH-2 trial)
Tranexamic acid for intracranial hemorrhage…
Tranexamic acid for intracranial hemorrhage (CRASH-2 trial)
Tranexamic acid has a small beneficial effect on hemorrhage from trauma or surgery. Among 270 subjects with intracranial hemorrhage due to trauma, those randomized to tranexamic acid showed a trend toward improved outcomes (mortality, hemorrhage extension, new bleeding foci) compared to placebo. Authors propose a large trial to explore further.