Not only can it shorten the time kids spend feeling sick, but it can also reduce the chances of other family members catching ...

Most studies used a 7.5% hypertonic saline solution, which has an osmolarity of 2567 mOsm/L. When infusing hypertonic saline, the usual maximum recommended osmolarity via a peripheral i.v. line is ...

Trials evaluating the use of hypertonic saline solutions for resuscitation after traumatic injury have not shown an overall mortality benefit compared with isotonic fluid administration.