Tag: ICU
Positive or Negative Prognostic Factor for Epidural Hematoma?
To our best knowledge, a typical epidural hematoma (EDP) prognosis is good if it is discovered quickly and managed. Therefore the presence of EDH is considered a positive prognostic sign in the Rotterdam, Stockholm, and the... read more
Postextubation Complications vs. Positive-Pressure Suctioning Techniques
Currently available studies that compared post-extubation complications in subjects managed with the positive-pressure and suctioning techniques were summarized. Further high-quality studies with a robust study design and... read more
Hemodynamic Monitoring in the ICU
This book describes the pathophysiological significance of the hemodynamic monitoring parameters available to the clinician and their role in providing reliable and reproducible information on the cardiocirculatory status... read more
Emergency Department Crowding Impact on Lung Protective Ventilation
Obtaining definitive control of the airway, when indicated, is the responsibility of the emergency medicine physician. Traditionally patients were managed on the ventilator with lung volumes of 10 – 15 ml/kg. However,... read more
Haloperidol vs. Placebo for Delirium Treatment in ICU Patients
We found high probabilities of benefits and low probabilities of harm with haloperidol treatment compared with placebo in acutely admitted, adult ICU patients with delirium for the primary and most secondary outcomes. The... read more
Antifungal Stewardship in Critically Ill Patients
Antifungal stewardship (AFS) can improve performance measures and decrease antifungal consumption, with no negative impact on outcomes. β-D-glucan (BDG) are helpful to stop unnecessary treatment in patients with IC,... read more
Regular Old Pneumonia Treatment Just Got Better
In 2020, COVID-19 pneumonia became so common that "old-fashioned" bacterial pneumonia suddenly seemed rare. They look very different on x-ray. See if you can spot the differences. A new study from France tipped the scales... read more
Early Calorie and Protein Restriction Associated with Faster Recovery in Ventilated Patients
Compared with standard calorie and protein targets, early calorie and protein restriction did not decrease mortality but was associated with faster recovery and fewer complications. Of 3,044 patients randomly assigned... read more
ICU Precision Diagnosis with Metagenomic Sequencing
Despite promising results, metagenomics remains underutilized in the ICU. Several factors still limit its inclusion in routine critical care, including the lack of definitive clinical trials testing its utility, few laboratories... read more
Effect of ICU Quality Control Indicators on VAP Incidence Rate and Mortality
This study highlights the association between the ICU quality control (QC) factors and ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) incidence rate and mortality. The process factors rather than the structural factors need to be... read more
IHCA Variation Throughout the Day
We observed higher rates of hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA), and poorer outcomes at night. However, in those admitted to ICU, this variation was absent. This suggests patient factors and processes of care issues contribute... read more
Methylene Blue Reduced Length of Stay in ICU
In patients with septic shock, methylene blue (MB) initiated within 24 h reduced time to vasopressor discontinuation and increased vasopressor-free days at 28 days. It also reduced length of stay in ICU and hospital without... read more
Is It Time to Abandon Routine Mask Ventilation Before Intubation?
Mask ventilation in the period between induction and intubation has traditionally been used to confirm the ability to ventilate the patient while awaiting the onset of adequate neuromuscular blockade. However, recent studies... read more
Intensive Care in Nephrology
The field of intensive care in nephrology is a rapidly evolving one, with research starting to translate into clinical guidelines and standards. Encompassing core subjects in critical care and nephrology, as well as specific... read more
