Fluid and Electrolyte Therapy During Vomiting and Diarrhea

Fluid therapy is the most important therapeutic measure in patients suffering from dehydration or hypovolemia owing to gastrointestinal diseases. The therapy should be tailored based on the patient ’s condition, physical examination, and diagnostic findings. The selection of the specific fluid therapy should be determined by specific abnormalities of the patient and the severity of the gastrointestinal disorder.
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research