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Clinical Trial Probes Fluid Choice in Suspected Pediatric Septic Shock
ACEP Now20 Aug 2026Shock
Clinical takeaway
The news summary does not establish a clear bedside winner. Review the primary trial's effect estimates and subgroup findings before revising paediatric sepsis fluid protocols.
EDCritix summary
This ACEP Now report summarises the PECARN PRoMPT BOLUS trial comparing normal saline with balanced crystalloid in children with suspected septic shock; the report characterises both strategies as safe and effective.