Finding the right amount of fluid to administer before complex spinal surgery has been elusive for decades. Too much fluid can increase the risk for postoperative complications, such as gastrointestinal issues and pneumonia, while too little fluid may elevate the risk for mortality during surgery.
However, new research from Cleveland Clinic suggests that the ideal fluid amount is 1.865 L. Fluid administered above this threshold raises the risk for complications, while intraoperative hypotension