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This systematic review found that balanced crystalloids (e.g. Ringers Lactate) were superior to unbalanced crystalloids (e.g. normal saline) for resuscitation in sepsis. Albumin may be superior to balanced crystalloids. Ann Intern Med. 2014 Sep 2;161(5):347-55.    (retrieved Oct, 2014). There are currently 1090 pearls in the database. While every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, mistakes can and do occur. Use databank at your own risk. All pearls © 2024 by the Internet Medical Association. Click Here to view more medical pearls.