Volume expander

Medical substances used to increase the volume of fluid in the blood vessels, commonly used in situations of significant blood loss, dehydration, or burns. Volume expanders can be classified into crystalloids (e.g., saline, Ringer's lactate) and colloids (e.g., albumin, dextran), each with different properties and applications. These substances are primarily used by healthcare professionals in emergency and critical care settings to stabilize patients and maintain adequate blood pressure and circulation.