The subcutaneous injection of a large quantity of saline solution.
Injection of fluids beneath the skin.
The continuous infusion under the skin of saline or other medicated solution to clean away blood, pus, and foreign matter from a wound.
The treatment of dehydration by injecting fluids into the subcutaneous tissues (e.g., of the thighs, buttocks, or below the breasts or scapulae). This practice is used, rarely, as a palliative measure to treat dehydration or cachexia when other methods of rehydration (oral or intravenous) are not available. Common complications include fluid overload, electrolyte disturbances, and wound infections, among others.
Within the realm of medical procedures, a remarkable technique exists for rectifying the equilibrium of bodily fluids. This method involves the administration of a solution comprising salt and water, not through direct intravenous infusion, but by skillfully injecting it into the subcutaneous tissues beneath the skin. This ingenious approach allows for effective rehydration, replenishing the body’s fluid balance and promoting optimal physiological functioning.