Latest Critical Care Podcasts

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Each and every week, we tirelessly explore the vast expanse of the internet, striving to unearth the most captivating podcast episodes that delve into the captivating realm of Critical Care Medicine. Brace yourself for an immersive auditory experience as we present to you the freshest lineup of podcasts:

Airway Pressure Release Ventilation (APRV)
On this week's episode, Cyrus and Nick host a spirited discussion with Drs. Rory Spiegel and Max Hockstein where we debate the merits of Airway Pressure Release Ventilation (APRV). What's the rationale for this? When is it appropriate? IS it appropriate? Listen to podcast

Prostacyclin in Intubated Patients with COVID-19 and Severe Endotheliopathy
Prostacyclin was not associated with a significant reduction in the number of days alive and without mechanical ventilation within 28 days. The point estimates, however, favored the prostacyclin group in all analyses, including 28-day mortality, warranting further investigation in larger trials. Listen to podcast

CCR26 and the Unpublished Results Presentations
In this episode we give some general reactions to the CCR conference, discuss our impact on the critical care world, and talk briefly about 3 of the presentations from the conference that did NOT have a simultaneous publication (REMAP-CAP oseltamivir, FISSH, and SAVE-ICU) Listen to podcast

Penthouse Incarceration: Anjan's Journey Through Post-ICU Recovery
From 180lbs at peak athleticism, intelligence, and financial prosperity — to 120lbs, isolated and locked in his penthouse. Anjan Chatterjee tells the harrowing reality of life during and after prolonged sedation in the ICU. Listen to podcast

How to Evaluate Aortic Regurgitation using TEE - Part 2 of 2 - TEE for Aortic Valve Surgery
In this episode we discuss properly evaluating aortic regurgitation (AR) using TEE and how findings affect perioperative care for aortic valve repair/replacement. Building on part one, the video reviews the TEE view sequence (ME AV SAX/LAX, ME ascending aorta LAX, deep TG 5-chamber or TG LAX, ME descending aorta LAX) and the six valve-evaluation categories. Listen to podcast

How to Evaluate Aortic Regurgitation using TEE - Part 1 of 2 - TEE for Aortic Valve Surgery
In this episode we launch the aortic valve series with Part 1 of 2 on evaluating chronic aortic regurgitation (AR) using transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), covering definitions, causes, pathophysiology, assessment goals, intervention indications, and a practical TEE view/sequence. AR (aortic insufficiency) causes inadequate forward output, LV volume/pressure overload, and potential dysfunction; acute AR. Listen to podcast