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Hypertonic Saline Treatment
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Summary
Hypertonic Saline Treatment
involves the administration of
Saline solutions
with
Higher Concentrations
of
Sodium Chloride
than found in
Normal blood plasma
, primarily used to manage conditions like
Cerebral Edema
and hyponatremia. Its effectiveness is due to its ability to
Draw water out of cells
,
Reducing swelling
and
Increasing serum sodium levels
, but it requires
Careful Monitoring
to avoid complications such as
Osmotic Demyelination Syndrome
.
Concepts
Cerebral Edema
Hyponatremia
Osmotic Demyelination Syndrome
Sodium Chloride
Serum Sodium Levels
Intravenous Therapy
Fluid Balance
Electrolyte Management
Cellular Osmosis
Intracranial Pressure
Bullous Keratopathy
Relevant Degrees
Physiotherapy and Non-Medicinal Treatments 60%
Treatment 30%
Metals 10%
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