Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta (REBOA) was developed to help fulfill one of the major tenets of trauma patient management — stop massive exsanguination. While REBOA has many supporters, controversies surrounding both its placement and efficacy abound. Even physicians who are enthusiastic about REBOA (including this author) acknowledge the accompanying risks, which include…
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