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Albumin-containing plasma volume expanders.

P Schiff

    The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Surgery
    |December 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Human albumin solutions are effective plasma volume expanders for conditions like shock and burns. While reactions are rare, ongoing studies investigate potential hypotension risks associated with specific albumin products.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medicine
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Human albumin solutions have been utilized for over 30 years as plasma volume expanders.
    • They are crucial in managing severe hypoproteinaemia (low blood protein levels).

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To detail modern clinical indications for human albumin solutions.
    • To review the safety profile and potential adverse reactions of albumin infusions.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of established and contemporary clinical applications of human albumin.
    • Analysis of reported adverse events and ongoing research into specific product reactions.

    Main Results:

    • Key indications include management of shock, severe burns, and adult respiratory distress syndrome.

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  • Albumin is also used for priming cardiopulmonary bypass pumps.
  • Reactions to albumin infusions are generally rare.

    • Conclusions:

    • Human albumin solutions remain vital in critical care medicine for specific indications.
    • Further pharmacological investigation is underway regarding rare hypotension events linked to certain albumin preparations.