Veterinary Evidence
Hypertonic saline versus Lactated Ringer’s Solution for neurological recovery in cats with traumatic brain injury
By Aiden Pang.
Abstract
PICO Question In cats with traumatic brain injury, is hypertonic saline more effective than Lactated Ringer’s Solution (LRS), when measuring neurological recovery? Clinical bottom line Category of research Treatment. Number and type of study designs reviewed Zero. Strength of evidence Zero. Outcomes reported Both hypertonic saline and LRS have been successfully used in the management of traumatic brain injuries in cats. There is not enough evidence to recommend one treatment over the other and they should be chosen with consideration of the individual after assessing patient status. Conclusion In cats with traumatic brain injury, there is not enough evidence to say that hypertonic saline is more effective than LRS when measuring short-term neurological response with an improved Modified Glasgow Coma Score.
Keywords
- feline
- cats
- head trauma
- traumatic brain injury
- intracranial pressure
- neurology
Source
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