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The findings of Davis and coworkers on the effect of administering a concentrated solution of sodium chloride have been corroborated. However, it seems apparent from our observations that the intra-arterial administration of 25% saline solution cannot be recommended as an emergency treatment for secondary shock. In spite of the immediate vasopressor response and in spite of the fact that the increased blood pressure may be maintained for a while, the final result of the injections is severe injury to the recipient.
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