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Is normal saline harmful to the peritoneum?

Andrzej Breborowicz1, Dimitrios G Oreopoulos

  • 1Department of Pathophysiology, Poznan Medical School, Ul. Swiecickiego 6, Poznań 60-781, Poland. abreb@am.poznan.pl

Peritoneal Dialysis International : Journal of the International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis
|November 23, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Normal saline (0.9% NaCl) irrigation may cause peritoneal adhesions and fibrosis. This bioincompatible solution reduces mesothelial cell viability and should be avoided during abdominal surgery and peritoneal dialysis.

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Area of Science:

  • Abdominal Surgery
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Medical Research

Background:

  • Normal saline (0.9% NaCl) is commonly used in abdominal surgeries and peritoneal dialysis for rinsing the peritoneal cavity.
  • While clinical evidence is limited, experimental studies suggest normal saline may induce peritoneal fibrosis.
  • Concerns exist regarding the bioincompatibility of normal saline in peritoneal applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review experimental data on the effects of normal saline on the peritoneum.
  • To evaluate the cytotoxic effects and adhesion-promoting potential of 0.9% NaCl.
  • To assess the impact of normal saline on peritoneal mesothelial cells.

Main Methods:

  • Review of in vitro and in vivo experimental studies.

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  • Analysis of data on the cytotoxic effects of 0.9% NaCl.
  • Examination of studies investigating peritoneal adhesion formation.

    • Main Results:

    • Normal saline decreases the viability and fibrinolytic activity of peritoneal mesothelial cells.
    • Irrigation with normal saline increases the likelihood of peritoneal adhesions compared to no irrigation.
    • Chronic exposure to normal saline leads to peritoneal fibrosis, including connective tissue overgrowth and neovascularization.

    Conclusions:

    • Normal saline is a bioincompatible solution that promotes peritoneal adhesions and fibrosis.
    • The use of 0.9% NaCl for rinsing the peritoneal cavity is not recommended, particularly after peritoneal dialysis.
    • Findings suggest alternative irrigation solutions may be necessary to prevent adverse peritoneal effects.