The National Blood Authority (NBA) is pleased to announce that the Patient blood management guideline for adults with critical bleeding (the guideline) is now available. The guideline supersedes the 2011 Patient Blood Management Guidelines: Module 1 – Critical Bleeding/Massive Transfusion.
The guideline was developed by a multidisciplinary Clinical/Consumer Reference Group (CRG) which also included ANZSBT representatives The NBA gratefully acknowledges the dedication and clinical expertise provided by the CRG.
The guideline was developed in accordance with the NHMRC Guidelines for Guidelines which require that guidelines are based on the best available scientific evidence and developed according to rigorous standards.
The intent of the guideline is to provide updated clinical guidance for health professionals providing immediate in-hospital care for adults who have critical bleeding resulting in a major hemorrhage. The guidance is based on scientific evidence and consensus among clinical experts.
The guideline has been published on MAGICapp, a web-based platform for guidelines. A pdf version of the guideline can also be accessed from the NBA website at www.blood.gov.au/pbm-critical-bleeding along with a summary of the clinical guidance, adaptable major haemorrhage protocol (MHP) template and a technical report describing the evidence review process. The website also provides a link to access the guideline on MAGICapp.