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Answered and unanswered questions
| Sufficient evidence | Unanswered questions |
|---|---|
| Crystalloids have fewer side-effects than colloids | Are balanced crystalloids better than normal saline? |
| Normal saline can cause hyperchloremic acidosis and impair coagulation | Which balanced crystalloid is preferable? |
| Isotonic rather than hypotonic maintenance IV fluids are preferable in pediatrics | Should maintenance IV fluids contain glucose? |
