Renal and Extrarenal Considerations in High-Dose Mannitol Therapy

It is well recognized that the large doses of mannitol used in treating cerebral edema alter extracellular fluid (ECF) volume, osmolality, and composition to a degree which, under some circumstances, can lead to acute renal failure, cardiac decompensation, and other difficulties. It is less well app...

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