Fluid Therapy During Brain Tumor Resection in Children

Summary

Fluid management of children during neurosurgery is not well established. Hypotonic solutions, commonly still used in pediatric patients, may enhance cerebral edema and worse operative conditions. This study compares two different isotonic solutions administered perioperatively regarding acid base and fluid electrolyte disturbances.

Timeline

Start

2015-08

Primary completion

2016-12

Completion

2017-06

Drugs

Indications