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Resuscitation Fluid

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A fluid derived from aloe vera has the potential to save the lives of patients with massive blood loss. In early tests, McGowan Institute researchers found that a very small amount of the fluid increased survival time and helped body tissues take up more oxygen, even when blood or other fluids were not administered.

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