Which Models Can I Use to Predict Adult ICU Length of Stay? A Systematic Review

Which Models Can I Use to Predict Adult ICU Length of Stay? A Systematic Review

No models completely satisfy our requirements for planning, identifying unexpectedly long ICU length of stay, or for benchmarking purposes. Physicians using these models to predict ICU length of stay should interpret them... read more

Factors Associated With Bed Utilization and Development of a Benchmarking Model

Factors Associated With Bed Utilization and Development of a Benchmarking Model

ICU length of stay (LOS) is an important measure of resource use and economic performance. Our primary aims were to characterize the utilization of PICU beds and to develop a new model for PICU length of stay. PICU bed utilization... read more

Effect of a Multifaceted Performance Feedback Strategy on Length of Stay Compared With Benchmark Reports Alone

Effect of a Multifaceted Performance Feedback Strategy on Length of Stay Compared With Benchmark Reports Alone

In the context of ICUs participating in a national registry, applying a multifaceted activating performance feedback strategy did not lead to better patient outcomes than only receiving periodical registry reports. The extent... read more

What is the Role of Benchmarking for Intensive Care?

Although the evaluation of a single intensive care unit (ICU) over time can produce insightful results, self-reflection can lead to excessive optimism or criticism. Benchmarking against other ICUs can provide ICU staff and... read more