Abstract:Purpose Hyperlactatemia is associated with worse outcome among critically ill patients. The prevalence of hyperlactatemia in children following craniotomy for intracranial tumor resection is unknown. This study was designed to assess the prevalence, associated factors, and significance of postoperative hyperlactatemia in this context. Methods A retrospective study was conducted at an intensive care unit of a tertiary, pediatric medical center. Children younger than 18 years admitted following craniotomy for br… Show more
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