Meningitis in Children - Related Resources

Cochrane reviews

In acute bacterial meningitis intravenous maintenance fluids may be more effective than restricted fluid intake in the first 48 hours in settings with high mortality rates and where patients present late. However, where children present early and mortality rates are lower there is insufficient evidence to guide practice Fluid Therapy for Acute Bacterial Meningitis.

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