Why physiology will continue to guide the choice between balanced crystalloids and normal saline: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Why physiology will continue to guide the choice between balanced crystalloids and normal saline: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Crystalloids are the most frequently prescribed drugs in intensive care medicine and emergency medicine. Thus, even small differences in outcome may have major implications, and therefore, the choice between balanced crystalloids versus normal saline continues to be debated. We e...

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Main Authors: Charlotte L. Zwager, Pieter Roel Tuinman, Harm-Jan de Grooth, Jos Kooter, Hans Ket, Lucas M. Fleuren, Paul W. G. Elbers
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-11-01
Series:Critical Care
Subjects:
Balanced crystalloids
Normal saline
Intravenous fluid administration
Intensive care unit
Emergency department
Meta-analysis
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13054-019-2658-4

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