Volume Kinetics of Ringer Solution, Dextran 70, and Hypertonic Saline in Male Volunteers

Abstract

The distribution of intravenous fluids can be analyzed by a kinetic model adapted for fluid spaces, but slightly different results are obtained, depending on the marker used to indicate dilution of the primary fluid space. Analysis and simulation of plasma volume expansion by this model is a tool that can help the anesthetist to better plan fluid therapy.