OVC 2024 – Current Concepts on the Use of Plasma & Albumin in the Critical Patient

Hypoalbuminemia is a common complication of many critical illnesses. It complicates the management of hypovolemia due to the reduction in intravascular colloid osmotic pressure. The ideal fluid choice for these patients is unknown and highly controversial. Synthetic and natural colloids have been proposed as having the advantage of maintaining greater intravascular colloid osmotic pressure. However, each category of fluid carries its own risks. Pros and cons of different treatment plans will be discussed. This session will also discuss new updates in plasma transfusion research.