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Area of Science:

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Fluid Resuscitation
  • Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Practices

Background:

  • The optimal fluid for resuscitation in critically ill patients remains debated, with ongoing discussion regarding the use of colloids versus crystalloids.
  • Existing evidence on the superiority of colloids over crystalloids for fluid resuscitation is not consistently convincing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a snapshot of global fluid prescribing practices in critically ill patients.
  • To explore the reasons behind the varied use of colloids and crystalloids across different countries and clinical scenarios.

Main Methods:

  • A large multinational survey was conducted to gather data on fluid prescribing practices.
  • Analysis focused on the choice between colloids and crystalloids, particularly in cases of impaired perfusion or low cardiac output.

Main Results:

  • Colloids are frequently prescribed for impaired perfusion or low cardiac output.
  • Significant international variation exists in the choice between colloid and crystalloid fluids.
  • The rationale for increased colloid use in some ICUs, despite limited evidence of superiority, is unclear.

Conclusions:

  • The choice of fluid resuscitation (colloids vs. crystalloids) varies significantly worldwide.
  • Further investigation is needed to determine if specific diseases or patient populations benefit from colloids.
  • Improved adherence to existing guidelines and treatment recommendations may be a more effective strategy than further randomized trials.