Massive transfusion on the combat field using autonomous drones: A case report

To our knowledge, this is the first reported case of a combat casualty receiving a UAV-facilitated massive transfusion in an operational setting. While UAV-based medical logistics offers a rapid and reliable alternative for remote trauma care, challenges remain in regulatory implementation, blood product stability, and integration into standardized protocols. Further controlled studies are needed to optimize UAV-assisted transfusion strategies and their potential expansion into civilian and disaster response settings.