Crystalloids versus colloids during acute normovolemic anemia: the quest continues

The optimal kind of fluid for fluid resuscitation during acute, severe hemorrhage is still discussed controversially. Of particular interest in this context is the choice of colloids versus crystalloids and their effect on the critical hemoglobin level. In a previous issue of Critical Care, Pape and...

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Published in:Critical care (London, England) England), 2012-06, Vol.16 (3), p.131-131
Main Authors: Schebesta, Karl, Kimberger, Oliver
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anemia - etiology
Anemia - physiopathology
Animals
Fluid Therapy - methods
Hemodilution - methods
Hypovolemia - therapy
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Summary:The optimal kind of fluid for fluid resuscitation during acute, severe hemorrhage is still discussed controversially. Of particular interest in this context is the choice of colloids versus crystalloids and their effect on the critical hemoglobin level. In a previous issue of Critical Care, Pape and colleagues describe the effect of four different volume replacement options on the critical hemoglobin concentration, and show marked differences for the different treatments. Even though some important pathophysiological issues remain unsolved, the current manuscript adds interesting evidence to an ongoing quest.
ISSN:1364-8535
1466-609X
DOI:10.1186/cc11364