Junctional Tourniquets in the Prehospital Setting: Controlling Hemorrhage Where It Counts
Uncontrolled hemorrhage remains a leading cause of preventable death in trauma cases, particularly when injuries occur in areas not amenable to traditional limb tourniquets. Junctional tourniquets have emerged as vital tools in the prehospital setting to address bleeding in regions such as the groin (inguinal), armpit (axilla), and pelvis. These devices are specifically engineered to control hemorrhage where standard tourniquets are ineffective. NCBI Understanding Junctional Tourniquets Junctional tourniquets are designed to apply targeted pressure to compress blood vessels in junctional areas, thereby controlling bleeding. Their application is crucial in scenarios involving high-impact injuries, such as those caused by motor vehicle accidents or explosive devices, where rapid hemorrhage control can significantly improve survival rates. NCBI Notable Junctional Tourniquet Devices SAM Junctional Tourniquet (SJT): Developed by SAM Medical, the SJT is designed fo...
