Beyond Tourniquets: Rethinking Haemorrhage Control with Henrik Hedelin

Join experienced consultant orthopaedic surgeon Henrik Hedelin as he shares invaluable insights on haemorrhage control in resource-limited settings. Drawing from his extensive field experience in conflict zones and humanitarian missions, Henrik challenges conventional wisdom and offers practical, life-saving techniques for managing severe bleeding. This eye-opening discussion covers the nuances of wound packing, the overuse of tourniquets, and the critical importance of context-specific approaches to trauma care. Whether you're a medical professional, first responder, or anyone interested in emergency medicine, this episode offers essential knowledge that could make the difference between life and death in austere environments.

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