bedrest
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Introduction
Bedrest is the safest diuretic.
No value for bedrest (beyond that which is unavoidable) in the treatment of any disorder & in some disorders, it is harmful[2].
Complications
- see bedridden
More general terms
Additional terms
References
- ↑ Saunders Manual of Medical Practice, Rakel (ed), WB Saunders, Philadelphia, 1996, pg 685
- ↑ Jump up to: 2.0 2.1 Journal Watch, Mass Med Soc 19(23):182 (Dec) 1999
- ↑ Harper & Lyles, JAGS 36:1047, 1988