Saline Compared to Balanced Crystalloid in Patients With Diabetic Ketoacidosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Objectives: This systematic review and meta-analysis compared the use of saline to balanced crystalloid for fluid resuscitation in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

Data Sources: We searched databases including Medline, Embase, and the Cochrane registry.

Study Selection: We included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that compared saline to balanced crystalloid in patients with DKA.

Comparison of Balanced Crystalloid Solutions: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Objective: To summarize the evidence comparing various balanced crystalloid solutions.

Data Sources: We searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, PUBMED, and CENTRAL databases.

Study Selection: We included randomized controlled trials that directly compared the IV administration of one balanced crystalloid solution with another.