Fluid Therapy in Clinical Practice Pitfalls and Practical Guidelines

  • Jose John Kokat SUT Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram.
Keywords: Fluid therapy, Dehydration, Over hydration, Electrolyte disorders

Abstract

The correct knowledge about fluid balance is needed to understand the various disorders of fluid balance. A calculated and rationale approach to fluid infusion helps to make an accurate correction of fluid and electrolyte imbalance and saves many untoward situations. This article examines the various disorders in fluid balance and details the method of correction of the resultant defects.

Author Biography

Jose John Kokat, SUT Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram.

Professor, Department of Medicine

Published
2010-03-29
How to Cite
Kokat, J. (2010). Fluid Therapy in Clinical Practice Pitfalls and Practical Guidelines. Kerala Medical Journal, 3(1), 28-31. https://doi.org/10.52314/kmj.2010.v3i1.162