Fig. 2

The effect of hypertonic solution content on serum electrolytes. a ∆ Chloride between time of randomization and the highest recorded value post randomization during the ICU stay was marginally lower in the NaCl/Na-acetate group, yet not statistically significant. b ∆ Sodium between time of randomization and the highest value post randomization during ICU stay was marginally higher in the NaCl/Na-acetate group, yet not in a statistically significant manner. c ∆ creatinine was similar between the groups. d ∆ Bicarbonate (HCO3) was higher in the NaCl/Na-acetate group in a statistically significant manner. e Change in sodium pre- and post-dose was higher in the NaCl/Na-acetate group. f Reduction in ICP was similar between the groups at 20 and 60 min post-administration. *p < 0.05