Kinetics and dynamics of ionized calcium in a porcine major trauma model

Key Points

• This study aims to understand how ionized calcium levels change during trauma and recovery in a porcine model.
• Utilized a porcine major trauma model to simulate trauma and resuscitation scenarios.
• Monitored changes in ionized calcium levels alongside acid-base status and circulating ions.
• Assessed the impact of resuscitation without calcium supplementation.
• Ionized calcium levels changed dynamically during trauma and resuscitation phases.
• Adequate resuscitation allowed for spontaneous recovery of ionized calcium to baseline levels.
• Alterations in acid-base status and circulating ions were noted alongside changes in ionized calcium.

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