The PLUS Study

March 31, 2022 • 00:20:50
The PLUS Study
Critical Care Perspectives in Emergency Medicine
The PLUS Study

Mar 31 2022 | 00:20:50

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Show Notes

Though we’ve discussed the use of balanced solutions in the resuscitation of critically ill patients numerous times on CCPEM, the literature remains controversial with mixed results as to which IVFs are superior.  In this podcast, we discuss the latest randomized trial, the PLUS Study, comparing the use of balanced multielectrolyte solution and 0.9% normal saline.

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