Trials evaluating the use of hypertonic saline solutions for resuscitation after traumatic injury have not shown an overall mortality benefit compared with isotonic fluid administration.

If a patient's serum sodium or osmolarity levels begin to rise, the frequency of boluses may need to be decreased (Suarez et al., 1998). HTS is attractive as a resuscitation fluid because it can ...

Saline drips, which provide hydration, are a frequent sight in hospitals. And sterile water, which is used to mix with ...

There is a global shortage of saline intravenous (IV) fluids used to treat common medical conditions in humans and animals. A Newcastle vet noticed Lifeblood discarding small amounts of saline ...