Femoral Head Osteonecrosis in Post-COVID-19 Patients
This study provides an insight into the relationship between COVID-19-related factors and the development of osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH), emphasizing the critical role of cumulative steroid dose as the primary... read more
Cardiac Intensive Care
Using a multidisciplinary, team-oriented approach, this unique title expertly covers all the latest approaches to the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with critical cardiac illness. Led by Dr David L. Brown,... read more
Clinical Respiratory Anatomy and Physiology in the ICU: Anatomophysiopathology and gasometry of patients on invasive mechanical ventilation
Breathing is a physiological process that is fundamental to life. The respiratory system can be likened to a vital pump allowing the exchange of gases between the cells of an organism and the external environment. A number... read more
Wireless Wearable Doppler Ultrasound: Monitoring Trauma Patients
This study demonstrated the feasibility of placing the wireless, wearable Doppler ultrasound on severely injured trauma patients admitted to the trauma bay of a busy level 1 trauma center. The device reliably captured... read more
Weaning Failure Prediction Using Electrocardiographic Time-frequency Analysis and Respiration Flow Signals
Weaning patients from mechanical ventilation (MV) is a crucial process that requires meticulous assessment of their ability to breathe independently without ventilatory assistance. Spontaneous breathing test (SBT) is... read more
Ventilator Management: A Pre-Hospital Perspective
The goal of this book is to provide the most up to date information on mechanical ventilation based on current research, evidence based practice and my experiences as a flight paramedic and educator. A comprehensive look... read more
Anesthesia Role in Sedation and Weaning From Mechanical Ventilation
This systematic review highlights the advantages of anesthetic sedation strategies, particularly the use of dexmedetomidine, methadone, or sequential sedation protocols, in improving weaning outcomes, enhancing sedation quality,... read more
Dexmedetomidine Use for Palliative Sedation in Non-ICU Settings
Dexmedetomidine is a promising adjunct to be considered for palliative sedation when managing end-of-life symptoms such as refractory pain, anxiety, or delirium. This medication should be considered a reasonable alternative... read more
Clinical Characteristics and Survival Outcomes of Invasive Pulmonary Aspergillosis Patients
Invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (IPA) is a severe infectious disease caused by Aspergillus spp. It is associated with high mortality, particularly in immunocompromised patients, as well as in those with COVID-19 pneumonia... read more
Improving Critical Care Survivorship: A Guide to Prevention, Recovery, and Reintegration
This book, just published, provides a comprehensive overview of improving critical care survivorship. Comprised of four sections, the text presents interventions that can be used to improve patient outcomes and reduce the... read more
Baricitinib Use in Children with Severe COVID-19 Infection
Baricitinib appears safe for both immunocompetent and immunocompromised children hospitalized for severe COVID-19. Most adverse events did not inhibit therapy administration, and there were no deaths following the initiation... read more
Analgosedation Practice During Noninvasive Respiratory Supports
Sedation is frequently used in patients with acute respiratory failure (ARF) undergoing Noninvasive Respiratory Supports (NRSs). Current analgesic practices are becoming more standardized, with analgosedation strategies increasingly... read more
Sepsis Management: PIRO and MODS
This book is unique in approaching multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS) from the perspective of its pathophysiological mechanism, and addressing aspects that are overlooked in most of the available literature. Eminent... read more
Lung-protective Ventilation Strategies for Mechanical Ventilation
This study is an important step toward optimizing mechanical ventilation strategies, addressing the interplay between mechanical power, gas exchange and long-term respiratory outcomes could further refine lung-protective... read more
Early Initiated Noradrenaline vs. Fluid Therapy for Hypotension and Shock
The VASOSHOCK trial is a pragmatic, multi-center, superiority, randomized controlled trial investigating early initiation of peripheral noradrenaline in hypotension and shock, investigating the impact of this treatment on... read more
Severe Adenoviral Infections: Disease Progression and Poor Prognostic Markers
Low hemoglobin, high serum ferritin, and high LDH in the second week are markers of disease progression and poor prognostic markers in severe adenoviral infections, emphasizing further research and targeted interventions. The... read more
Increased Sodium Levels Associated with Ceftriaxone Administration
Serum sodium elevation is considered a frequent manifestation in critically ill patients, with significant clinical outcomes and requiring timely management. This case report suggests a possible association between the... read more
Dynamic Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction Induced by IABP in Patient with Angioedema
Mechanical circulatory support with intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) can aid in the treatment of cardiogenic shock but may rapidly become detrimental due to the reduction in systolic arterial afterload in patients with predispositions... read more
Glycemic Control Role in Inflammation Markers and Clinical Outcomes in Type 2 Diabetes Patients with Severe COVID-19
This study demonstrates that among hospitalized COVID-19 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, poor glycemic control (HbA1c ≥ 7%) correlates with increased systemic inflammation, greater disease severity, and worse clinical... read more
The Pharmacist’s Expanded Role in Critical Care Medicine: A Comprehensive Guide for Practitioners and Trainees
This new book will serve as a useful resource for all pharmacists involved in the management of critically ill patients, whatever their level of experience and training. There are few textbooks aimed specifically at critical... read more
Management of ARDS COVID-19 Patients Using Hemoperfusion and CRRT
Combined hemoperfusion (HP) and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) hold promise as a potential intervention for severe COVID-19 cases with multiple organ dysfunction, leading to improved clinical outcomes. Fifty-six... read more
Mechanical Ventilation in Patient with Respiratory Failure
This handbook covers the principles of mechanical ventilation, making them easy to understand and apply in clinical settings. Presented in an accessible style and supplemented by a wealth of illustrations and graphs, it includes... read more
