Table 3.
HTS (n = 30) | Mannitol (n = 30) | P-value | |
---|---|---|---|
Initial elevated ICP (mmHg) | 28.43 ± 6.92 | 30.27 ± 6.12 | 0.282 |
ICP reduction (mmHg) | 7.50 ± 2.45 | 6.13 ± 1.79 | 0.017 |
Efficacy of individual doses | 0.009 | ||
Effective doses (n) | 18 | 8 | |
Ineffective doses (n) | 12 | 22 |
HTS, hypertonic saline; ICP, intracranial pressure.