Which calcium preparation should we use in paediatric resuscitation? A comprehensive review of basic physiology, pharmacokinetics, and clinical evidence
The selection of a calcium preparation must be conditional and context-dependent. We recommend reserving CaCl₂ for central venous administration in volume-restricted or extreme emergent settings, whilst CaGN is the preferred choice for peripheral line administration or routine maintenance due to its superior safety profile.
Authors
- Constantinos Kanaris
- Anna Camporesi
- Swathy Subhash
Institutions
- Queen Mary University of London (GB)
- University of Nicosia (CY)
- Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GB)
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (GB)
- Azienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda (IT)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Anesthesia Analgesia and Critical Care
- Published
- 2026-03-07
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s44158-026-00369-9
- Primary Topic
- Poisoning and overdose treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00