In this episode, we discuss hypertonic saline solutions and mannitol for the treatment of cerebral edema in a variety of clinical settings. Please remember to subscribe to our podcast and leave us a comment to enter a drawing for your chance to win a gift!
References:
Cook, AM, et al. Guidelines for the acute treatment of cerebral edema in neurocritical care patients. Neurocrit care. 2020. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12028-020-00959-7
Mannitol [prescribing information] Lake Forest, IL: Hospira; 2019
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