Balanced Solutions Versus Normal Saline in Pediatric Septic Shock: A GRADE-Assessed Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
BackgroundIn pediatric septic shock, early fluid resuscitation is a vital approach to treat this condition. The appropriate isotonic crystalloid to use (balanced salt solution [BSS] vs normal saline [NS]) remains debated. We performed an updated systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the safety and efficacy of...