Carlee Clark, M.D. (IMAGE)

Medical University of South Carolina

Carlee Clark, M.D.

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Carlee A. Clark, M.D., lead author of the MUSC study, and her team reduced IV fluid use by 60% before and after surgery immediately after the shortage began. Patients continued with their own oral hydration through clear liquids instead of stopping drinking the night before like they usually do.

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Medical University of South Carolina

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