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Chris Goddard1, Kevin T Collopy2, William F Powers Iv3
1Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Blacksburg, VA, United States.
Air Medical Journal
|September 24, 2022
Summary
This case report highlights the successful use of 3% hypertonic saline in a severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) patient. An integrated care protocol ensured continuous HTS administration from prehospital to trauma center, improving patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Emergency Medicine
- Neurosurgery
- Critical Care
Background:
- Severe traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a leading cause of death and disability.
- Early interventions are crucial for managing intracranial pressure (ICP) and preventing secondary injury.
- Hypertonic saline (HTS) has shown efficacy in lowering ICP in TBI patients.
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