Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta (REBOA). This is not a new concept but has been re-visited with advances in technology from the field of endovascular surgery. REBOA has the potential to positively influence outcome in the leading cause of death in trauma - uncontrolled hemorrhage. Balloon occlusion can be utilized proactively and without the need to resort to a highly invasive resuscitative thoracotomy. Come learn about REBOA and see how it may be useful in trauma management in the future.