Vox sanguinis
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We identified some fatal cases where massively bleeding patients received inadequate transfusion therapy. The aim of this study was to review and evaluate the transfusion practice in acutely multitransfused patients. ⋯ An early balanced transfusion therapy is vital in massively bleeding patients, and a pro-active approach from the blood bank is warranted. We have introduced an acute transfusion package (ATP) consisting of 5 RBC, 5 FFP and 2 PC units, indicated in massively bleeding patients, securing a balanced transfusion therapy.