Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
8939426 | British Journal of Anaesthesia | 2006 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
The prescription of hypotonic dextrose saline solutions by anaesthetists may be putting children at risk from iatrogenic hyponatraemia. Departmental protocols for perioperative fluid prescription in children are uncommon. We suggest that national guidance is required.
Related Topics
Health Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry
Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
Authors
C. Way, R. Dhamrait, A. Wade, I. Walker,