Hypertonic/hyperoncotic solution in hypovolemic patients: experience in the emergency room

Rev Hosp Clin Fac Med Sao Paulo. 2002 May-Jun;57(3):124-8. doi: 10.1590/s0041-87812002000300008.

Abstract

Hypertonic solutions have been studied extensively in the treatment of hypovolemic shock, both in experimental and clinical models. Safety, efficacy, and long-term effects on animals and patients have been evaluated. The present article reviews indications, safety, mortality rates, and outcome in patients with hemorrhagic hypovolemic shock who were treated after admission with a hypertonic/hyperoncotic solution under strict observation in the emergency room.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • Randomized Controlled Trial

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Dextrans / administration & dosage
  • Dextrans / therapeutic use*
  • Double-Blind Method
  • Emergencies
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Plasma Substitutes / therapeutic use*
  • Prognosis
  • Saline Solution, Hypertonic / administration & dosage
  • Saline Solution, Hypertonic / therapeutic use*
  • Shock, Hemorrhagic / therapy*
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Dextrans
  • Plasma Substitutes
  • Saline Solution, Hypertonic