Association Between Early Ondansetron Use and Sepsis Risk in ICU Patients
In both patients with SOFA 3, early ondansetron use was correlated with a reduced risk of sepsis. Patients with early ondansetron use had lower odds of experiencing sepsis than patients without early ondansetron use, which... read more
Code Sepsis – Early Decompensation and Predictors
Early recognition and management of sepsis within the first hour of a sepsis alert is critical for patient survival, requiring healthcare providers to be trained to identify "red flag" symptoms like rapid breathing (tachypnea)... read more
Predicting Sepsis Outcomes – Efficacy of Early Warning Scores
In resource-limited settings, NEWS proved to be the most effective tool for early risk stratification in sepsis patients. Its adoption could significantly enhance sepsis management and improve outcomes in emergency departments... read more
Rhabdomyolysis Due to Nutritional Supplements Intake
habdomyolysis is a condition characterized by the destruction of muscle cells and subsequent release of it's intracellular contents. It is typically asymptomatic, with moderate creatine kinase elevation. Severe cases... read more
Single Lumen vs. Double Lumen Endotracheal Tube For Postoperative Swallowing Function in Lung Transplantation Patients
BackgroundThis study was conducted to investigate the effect of endotracheal tube type on post operative dysphagia in patients undergoing lung transplant surgery. Will patients who are intubated with a single lumen endotracheal... read more
Prognostic Value of Composite Inflammatory Markers in COPD Patients
Elevated systemic immune inflammation index (SII), systemic inflammatory response index (SIRI), pan-immune inflammation value (PIV), neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) are associated... read more
Approach to Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is frequently encountered in the clinical setting by doctors of various specialties. Neuropathies can be approached based on the temporal profile, spatial pattern and pathology. There is a need for... read more
Using Critical Ultrasound To Predict Early Diagnosis of ICU-acquired Weakness in Septic Patients
This study uncovered pivotal indicators for predicting the occurrence of ICUAW in septic patients. Despite no significant difference in age, gender, BMI, BSA, or SOFA scores between the two groups, the significant differences... read more
The Point of Care Ultrasound Handbook
This NEW book is meant to be a reference for both the new and experienced point of care sonographer; to be a pocket guide to carry with you during your shift. We have included our best tips, tricks and any additional... read more
Prolonged vs. Intermittent Infusion of Meropenem For Patients with Severe Infection
Prolonged infusion of meropenem is more effective than intermittent infusion in reducing mortality, improving clinical outcomes, and enhancing microbial eradication, without increasing adverse events. These benefits are... read more
Zosyn vs. Efepime: Which One Is Safer?
While both piperacillin-tazobactam and cefepime are commonly used to treat infections caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa in hospitalized patients, there is a concern that piperacillin-tazobactam may lead to acute kidney injury... read more
Handbook of Critical Care Medicine
The management of critically ill patients is an important and integral part of internal medicine practice. Often, junior doctors and medical students receive insufficient training in this area of medicine. There are important... read more
Pleural Drainage, Clinical Characteristics, and Management Strategies in the Perioperative Fontan Patient
Prolonged pleural drainage and chylothorax are common in postoperative Fontan patients and are associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Multiple medical and interventional treatment strategies exist and vary between... read more
Expert Consensus Statements on Lipids in Parenteral Nutrition
Lipids are integral to parenteral nutrition (PN) in all settings where PN is required, serving as a source of energy and essential fatty acids. In addition, lipids modulate a variety of biological functions, including inflammatory... read more
Workbook on Hemodynamic Management
This workbook focuses on hemodynamics management. Hemodynamic management should be aimed at minimizing the ischemic injury. Cerebral ischemia impairs the brain's ability to autoregulate its circulation through vasoconstriction... read more
Developing a Rapid Screening Tool for High-risk ICU Sepsis Patients
This study demonstrates that machine learning-based prediction models for sepsis can enhance clinical outcomes through accurate risk assessment during the critical first 24h of ICU admission. Despite healthcare system... read more
Impact of Time to Catheter-Based Therapy on Outcomes in Acute Pulmonary Embolism
Early catheter-based therapie (CBT) was associated with improved clinical outcomes in patients with acute intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism (PE). The composite PE shock score may help identify patients who will benefit... read more
Severe Sepsis-associated AKI and Outcomes
These results demonstrate an association between an index episode involving SA-AKI and the composite outcome in a defined population. Identification of this group may allow intensive nephrology follow-up and secondary... read more
High cDPP3 Predicts Mortality and Need for Organ Support in Cardiogenic Shock
The present study confirms that circulating dipeptidyl peptidase 3 (cDPP3) and its kinetics are associated with 30-day mortality and the need for organ support in a large and diverse population of CS. The prognostic value... read more
Predictor of Weaning Outcome Using Sonographic Assessment of Post-intubation Laryngeal Obstruction
The study determined that both cuff leak volume and ultrasound-guided LACWD exhibited excellent sensitivity and specificity in predicting clinically significant upper airway blockage post-extubation, with cuff leak volume... read more
Handbook on the Neuropsychology of Traumatic Brain Injury
This book collects and synthesizes the latest thinking on the condition in its variety of cognitive and behavioral presentations, matched by a variety of clinical responses. Acknowledging the continuum of injury and the... read more
Atypical Presentation of Pulmonary Embolism in Patients with Refractory Hypoxemia and Dyspnea
Pulmonary embolism (PE) should be strongly considered in patients presenting with refractory hypoxemia and dyspnea, even in the absence of clinical signs of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This study highlights the importance... read more
