At birth, lung fluid produced during fetal life must be cleared immediately and efficiently before the first breath takes place, in order for infants to achieve a normal and successful transition from ...

THE peritoneal membrane is used extensively as a dialyzing surface for the treatment of uremia, hyperkalemia, overhydration and poisoning with a variety of drugs. 1, 2 It has also been utilized ...

Hydration goes beyond plain water; electrolytes like sodium and potassium are crucial for fluid absorption and cellular function. They power muscles, nerves, and aid recovery, especially during ...

A mechanism is described by which sub-epithelial macrophages perform a quality check of fluids absorbed through colonic epithelial cells to avoid poisoning with fungi toxins. This mechanism involves ...