Publications by authors named "Augusta K Alwang"
JAMA Intern Med
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic condition that causes painful episodes requiring hospitalization, often treated with normal saline (NS), which may worsen symptoms.
- A study aimed to compare the effectiveness of lactated Ringer's (LR) versus NS in treating patients with SCD during these episodes.
- Results showed that patients receiving LR had more hospital-free days, shorter stays, and a lower 30-day readmission rate compared to those receiving NS.
