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The Medical Ethics of IV hydration ‘bars’

Patients at Risk

English - November 27, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB - ★★★★ - 242 ratings
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There has been a dramatic rise in the number of clinics offering intravenous infusions of fluids and vitamins to treat an array of conditions and for a supposed wellness benefit. But do these treatments actually work? To discuss the risks and benefits of IV infusions outside of a traditional medical setting I am joined by nephrologist Dr. Christin Giordano. 

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