NASG vs Traditional Hemorrhage Control Methods: Which Is More Effective?

Introduction: Why Compare Hemorrhage Control Methods?

Severe bleeding and shock remain leading causes of preventable death in trauma and obstetric emergencies. Medical teams rely on various methods to stabilize patients before definitive care, including pressure dressings, IV fluids, tourniquets, and pharmacological agents.

But over the past decade, the Non Pneumatic Anti-Shock Garment (NASG) has gained global recognition for dramatically reducing blood loss and stabilizing shock patients—particularly in pre-hospital and emergency settings.

This guide provides a clear, research-backed comparison between the NASG and traditional hemorrhage control methods, helping healthcare buyers, EMS teams, and hospital decision-makers understand which solution offers the most effective and reliable results.

Traditional Hemorrhage Control Methods

Before comparing, here are the most commonly used alternatives:

1. Direct Pressure & Pressure Dressings

Used to control external bleeding, primarily limb and surface trauma.

2. Tourniquets

Effective forsevere extremity hemorrhage, especially in pre-hospital trauma.

3. IV Fluids & Blood Products

Used to manage shock and restore blood volume.

4. Uterotonics (for PPH)

Medications like oxytocin and misoprostol used for obstetric hemorrhage.

5. Pelvic Binders

Applied for suspected pelvic fractures to reduce internal bleeding.

Each method has advantages—but also limitations, especially forinternal or non-compressible bleeding.

NASG vs Traditional Methods: Effectiveness Comparison

Below is a detailed comparison evaluatingspeed, efficacy, cost, and field performance.

A. Speed of Application

Winner: NASG
It’s fast, easy, and covers multiple hemorrhage types at once.

B. Type of Bleeding Controlled

Winner: NASG for internal, pelvic, and obstetric bleeding
Traditional methods still best forlimb-only external bleeding.

C. Effect on Mortality & Morbidity

NASG Effectiveness:

Studies show the NASG can:

Reduce blood loss byup to 50%
Lower maternal mortality byup to 55%in PPH cases
Prevent shock progression during transport

Traditional methods vary:

Dressings & tourniquets are highly effective for limbs
Uterotonics can take time to act
Fluids risk dilution of clotting factors

Winner: NASG for shock stabilization and non-compressible bleeding

D. Ease of Use in Low-Resource Environments

Winner: NASG

E. Cost-Effectiveness

NASG units are:

Reusable (depending on model)
Low maintenance
High impact per cost

Traditional methods often require:

Single-use materials
Ongoing medication supply
Specialized personnel

Winner: NASGfor hospitals looking to reduce long-term emergency care costs.

When to Choose the NASG Over Traditional Methods

NASG is more effective for:

Obstetric hemorrhage (PPH)
Internal abdominal bleeding
Pelvic fractures
Hypovolemic shock
Long-distance patient transport
Low-resource EMS or rural hospitals

Traditional methods are more effective for:

Visible extremity hemorrhage
External bleeding needing direct pressure
Isolated limb trauma

In many cases,both are used together, with NASG providing systemic stabilization while traditional tools control local bleeding.

The Combined Protocol: NASG + Traditional Measures

Most experts now recommendintegrated management:

1. Apply tourniquet or pressure for external bleeding

2. Administer uterotonics if PPH

3. Apply the NASG to stabilize systemic shock

4. Begin IV access and fluids if necessary

5. Transport to definitive care

This multi-layered approach greatly increases survival odds.

Conclusion: Which Is More Effective?

When comparing NASG vs traditional hemorrhage control, the answer depends on the type of bleeding:

Forlimb-only external bleeding→ Traditional methods win
Forinternal, pelvic, or obstetric bleeding→ NASG is superior
Forshock stabilization during transport→ NASG is unmatched
Forrural, EMS, or low-resource settings→ NASG provides the best overall benefit

Overall, the NASG offers unique advantages no other single device can match making it one of the most effective tools for stabilizing hemorrhage-related shock.

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