Using megadose vitamin C to tackle septic shock
04/12/23 • 7 min
CALHN Research Pulse podcast | Season 2 Episode 2 |
Could vitamin C save the lives of people in the intensive care unit?
In this episode, we discuss exciting new research using megadoses a derivative of vitamin C called sodium ascorbate that could change the way sepsis is managed worldwide.
We’re speaking with Associate Professor Mark Plummer, Head of Research and Innovation in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the Royal Adelaide Hospital.
If you would like to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected]
CALHN Research Pulse podcast | Season 2 Episode 2 |
Could vitamin C save the lives of people in the intensive care unit?
In this episode, we discuss exciting new research using megadoses a derivative of vitamin C called sodium ascorbate that could change the way sepsis is managed worldwide.
We’re speaking with Associate Professor Mark Plummer, Head of Research and Innovation in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the Royal Adelaide Hospital.
If you would like to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected]
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