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Dextran vs. Crystalloid Priming Solution in Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Trial on Acute Kidney Injury

Abstract Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a frequent complication following cardiac surgery involving cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). This is partly attributable to crystalloid-based priming solutions causing both hemolysis and loss..

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Where does the fluid go?

Abstract Background   Liberal administration of crystalloid fluid is often required to maintain adequate tissue perfusion when treating life-threatening conditions. Current knowledge indicates that either overhydration or underhydration can promote..

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Use of colloids and crystalloids for perioperative clinical infusion management in cardiac surgery patients and postoperative outcomes: a meta-analysis

Abstract Background The optimal fluid management strategy for patients undergoing cardiac surgery was controversial regarding fluid volume and intraoperative fluid types. This study aimed to assess the correlation between colloids..

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Intravenous albumin in cardiac and vascular surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Intravenous albumin is commonly utilised in cardiovascular surgery for priming of the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit, volume replacement, or both, although the evidence to support this practice is uncertain...

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Early Albumin Exposure After Cardiac Surgery

Abstract Objectives To determine whether the early use of  after cardiac surgery in the first 24 hours in the intensive care unit (ICU) is associated with reduced mortality. Design A single-center..

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Comparison of the Effects of Ringer’s Lactate and 6% Hydroxyethyl Starch 130/0.4 on Blood Loss and Need for Blood Transfusion…

Abstract Background Infusion of crystalloids fluid replacement therapy tends to cause a greater expansion of intravascular volume. However, colloids can affect blood coagulation leading to greater blood loss and transfusion requirements. This..

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Why is saline so acidic (and does it really matter?)

Abstract Commercial 0.9% saline solution for infusion has a pH around 5.5. There are many reasons for this acidity, some of them still obscure. It is also true that infusion..

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Intraoperative crystalloid utilization variability and association with postoperative outcomes: A post hoc analysis of two multicenter prospective cohort studies

Abstract Background The optimal regimen for intravenous administration of intraoperative fluids remains unclear. Our goal was to analyze intraoperative crystalloid volume administration practices and their association with postoperative outcomes. Methods..

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Effects of acute plasma volume expansion on renal perfusion, filtration, and oxygenation after cardiac surgery: a randomized study on crystalloid…

Abstract Background In the present randomized study, we evaluated the differential effects of a colloid and a crystalloid fluid on renal oxygen delivery (⁠RDO2RDO2⁠), glomerular filtration (GFR), renal oxygen consumption..

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