Two common IV fluids perform equally well for treating septic shock in kids

A randomized clinical trial conducted across five countries in 47 pediatric emergency departments, including Ann & Robert H.
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Choice of intravenous fluid therapy could improve survival in critically ill patients

Results of a new meta-analysis in shows that intravenous fluid (IV) therapy using balanced solutions rather than commonly used saline can reduce the risk of in-hospital death of critically ill ...
The Hill

IV fluid maker says expiration date extensions approved

North Carolina hospitals reeling from Hurricane Helene may soon get some relief from a critical IV fluid shortage. The Food and Drug Administration approved changing the expiration date on multiple ...
Medical Xpress

Hospitals worldwide are short of saline—here's why they can't just switch to other IV fluids

Last week, the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration added intravenous (IV) fluids to the growing list of medicines in short supply. The shortage is due to higher-than-expected demand and ...
Healthline

Why and How Intravenous Fluids are Used for Stomach Flu Treatment

Stomach flu can cause diarrhea and vomiting that dehydrate you quickly. You may need fluids delivered through your veins so that you can recover. Stomach flu happens when a virus causes an infection ...
NPR

Nationwide IV fluid shortage changing how hospitals manage patient hydration

Hospitals around the country are conserving critical intravenous fluid bags to cope with a shortage that may last months. Some hospital administrators say they are changing how they think about IV ...