PREVENTION OF DEHYDRATION AND REHYDRATION THERAPY STRATEGIES IN INTESTINAL INFECTIONS

Аннотация

Intestinal infections are a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, particularly among children and vulnerable populations in resource-limited settings. A critical complication of these infections is dehydration, which can lead to severe electrolyte imbalances, shock, and even death if not promptly managed. This study investigates the strategies for preventing dehydration and evaluates rehydration therapy protocols in patients with intestinal infections. A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 350 patients presenting with acute diarrheal illness at multiple healthcare centers. Clinical assessment, laboratory markers of hydration, and outcomes of various rehydration therapy regimens—including oral rehydration solution (ORS), intravenous fluids, and adjunct therapies—were analyzed. The findings underscore the effectiveness of early intervention with standardized rehydration protocols, which significantly reduce morbidity and improve clinical outcomes [1]. The study also identifies key factors that predict treatment success, such as the severity of fluid loss and the timeliness of therapy initiation. These insights support the development of evidence-based guidelines for managing dehydration inintestinal infections and emphasizetheneed for continuous training and resourceallocation inhigh-risk settings [2]. Keywords: intestinal infections, dehydration prevention, rehydration therapy, oral rehydration solution,intravenous fluids, clinical outcomes