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Current Pharmaceutical Design

Editor-in-Chief

ISSN (Print): 1381-6128
ISSN (Online): 1873-4286

Colloid Update

Author(s): Maged Y. Argalious

Volume 18, Issue 38, 2012

Page: [6291 - 6297] Pages: 7

DOI: 10.2174/138161212803832407

Price: $65

Abstract

This update aims to provide an evidence based review of natural and synthetic colloids with a special emphasis on the various generations of the synthetic colloid hydroxyethyl starch. The effect of 1st, 2nd and 3rd generation hetastarches on bleeding, coagulopathy, acute kidney injury and mortality will be discussed. The results of randomised controlled trials addressing morbidity and mortality outcomes of colloid versus crystalloid resuscitation in critically ill patients will be described. In addition, the rationale and evidence behind early goal directed fluid therapy (EGDFT) including a practical approach to assessment of dynamic measures of fluid responsiveness will be presented.

Keywords: Colloids, albumin, hydroxyethylstarch, dextran, gelatins, goal directed therapy, dynamic measures, fluid responsiveness


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