Fluid Volume Monitoring with Glucose Dilution The initial distribution volume of glucose (IDVG) is believed to be clinically relevant as a marker of cardiovascular and fluid management in critically ill patients without a significant modification of glucose metabolism. This book covers all aspects of IDVG measurement including the basic concept its relationship with other fluid volumes and the clinical application of this technique in the intensive care unit. Decision making regarding fluid volume loading fluid restriction or administration of vasoactive drugs may vary among physicians depending solely upon their clinical experience in the absence of evidence based measurement. The initial distribution volume of glucose (IDVG) is believed to be clinically relevant as a marker of cardiovascular and fluid management in critically ill patients without a significant modification of glucose metabolism. This book covers all aspects of IDVG measurement including the basic concept its relationship with other fluid volumes and the clinical application