Pediatric Hypovolemic Shock
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Hypovolemic shock is a common yet underappreciated insult which often accompanies illnesses afflicting children. Indeed, it is by far the most common type of shock in the pediatric age group worldwide. Early recognition and treatment of hypovolemic shock is paramount to reversing cellular hypoxia and ischemia before irreparable end-organ
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