AutoTQ Used to Control Bleed from Severe Thumb Laceration

Setting: Emergency Department
Patient: Adult male
Injury: Severe thumb laceration

Incident Summary

An adult male sustained a deep laceration to the thumb measuring approximately 0.8 inches in length. The injury resulted in profuse bleeding.

Initial Management

Following the injury, direct pressure was applied to the wound to slow bleeding.

AutoTQ Application

An AutoTQ automated pneumatic tourniquet was applied to the affected limb. The device was activated to deliver controlled circumferential pressure proximal to the injury site. Bleeding was effectively controlled.

Outcome

With hemorrhage controlled, the patient received definitive wound care without continued active bleeding. No device-related complications were observed during use. The automated, pressure-controlled application provided effective hemorrhage control without the need for manual tightening or ongoing adjustment.

Clinical Insight

This use case illustrates the role of pressure-controlled, automated tourniquets as an effective adjunct for hemorrhage control in clinical settings. While direct pressure remains a first-line intervention, automated tourniquet application can provide consistent, hands-free bleeding control to support clinical care.

Note

This report reflects a single observational use in a clinical environment and is not intended to replace standard clinical judgment or institutional protocols.