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abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:End-of-life care and communication deficits are important sources of conflicts within ICU teams and with patients or families. This narrative review describes recent studies on how to improve palliative care and surrogate decision-making in ICUs and compares the results with previously published liter...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Wiedermann CJ,Lehner GF,Joannidis M

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The present review will discuss the usefulness of ultrasound in the ICU in assessing hemodynamic instability in various critical care conditions. We will discuss how to interpret echocardiographic findings in critically ill patients including the physiological consequences of mechanical ventilation. ...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Salem R,Vallee F,Rusca M,Mebazaa A

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To discuss the role of the invasive monitoring techniques pulmonary artery catheter (PAC) and transpulmonary thermodilution (TPD) for cardiopulmonary monitoring in the critically ill patient. RECENT FINDINGS:Characterization of the nature of hemodynamic alterations and hemodynamic optimization can be...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： De Backer D,Fagnoul D,Herpain A

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Widespread provision of early defibrillation following cardiac arrest holds major promise for improved survival from ventricular fibrillation. The critical element in predicting a successful outcome is the rapidity with which defibrillation is achieved. A worldwide awareness of this potential and its advocacy by such ...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： White RD

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Fluid removal and relief of congestion are central to treatment of acute heart failure. Diuretics have been the decongestive mainstay but their known limitations have led to the exploration of alternative strategies. This review compares diuretics with ultrafiltration and examines the recent evidence ...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Krishnamoorthy A,Felker GM

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Despite the improvements in its management, community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) still exhibits high global morbidity and mortality rates, especially in elderly patients. This review focuses on the most recent findings on the epidemiology, cause, diagnosis and management of CAP. RECENT FINDINGS:There i...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Cillóniz C,Dominedò C,Garcia-Vidal C,Torres A

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Successes in machine-based extracorporeal support for different organ functions stimulated research in the field of liver support approximately 50 years ago. Initial failure to improve outcome using detoxification methods like dialysis, blood and plasma exchange, or plasmapheresis over sorbents fueled interest in biol...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Mitzner SR,Stange J,Peszynski P,Klammt S

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Modern technologies allow visualization of microcirculatory disorders. This review describes how the coagulatory inhibitors antithrombin and activated protein C (APC) can improve microcirculation in sepsis and transplantation. RECENT FINDINGS:The effects of antithrombin and APC on microcirculatory di...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Hoffmann JN,Fertmann JM,Jauch KW

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Temporary circulatory support (TCS) with short-term mechanical circulatory support (MCS) devices is increasingly used as a salvage therapy for patients with refractory cardiogenic shock. This article provides an overview of current devices, their indications and management, and discusses results of re...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Pineton de Chambrun M,Bréchot N,Combes A

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:With the publication of the results of the recent CORTICUS trial, stress ('low') doses of corticosteroids for the treatment of vasopressor-dependent septic shock in adults can still be considered controversial. The purpose of this narrative review is to elaborate the pros and cons of this treatment in...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Groeneveld AB,Molenaar N,Beishuizen B

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:From an elderly patient's perspective, acute and chronic cognitive disturbances are among the most harmful complications that can occur following surgery. For elderly patients, these complications often mean the end of an independent life. This article focuses on this serious aspect, which is increasi...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Müller A,Lachmann G,Wolf A,Mörgeli R,Weiss B,Spies C

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The present article reviews the recent literature on the main aspects of perioperative acute kidney injury (AKI). RECENT FINDINGS:AKI occurs in 1 in every 10 surgical patients, with cardiac, orthopedic, and major abdominal surgeries being the procedures associated with the highest risk. Overall, comp...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Canet E,Bellomo R

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiac arrest survival rates remain low despite increased access to advanced cardiac life support. Survival from cardiac arrest is, at least in part, related to the perfusion pressures and blood flow achieved during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). A number of alternative CPR devices have been developed that aim ...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Smith T

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this study is to review the prevalence and significance of gasping in patients experiencing cardiac arrest. RECENT FINDINGS:In a recent study by Bobrow et al., gasping was identified in 33% of patients who arrested after the arrival of emergency medical services (EMS). Patients who arr...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Zuercher M,Ewy GA

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In the 1980s, we witnessed tremendous advances in trauma care including trauma system development, advanced trauma life support, damage control surgery and ICU resuscitation. As a result, patients who used to bleed to death in the operating room survived. However, many went on to develop multiple orga...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Gonzalez EA,Moore FA

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In light of emerging data from clinical trials, the place of high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) in the management of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is uncertain. This review provides an overview of these new clinical data and also explores new areas of investigation for HFOV in ...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Ng J,Ferguson ND

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Part II of this review gives an overview of the different maternal cardiac problems during pregnancy and their management, and developments over recent years. RECENT FINDINGS:Many studies published over the last 5 years provided new insights on different cardiac diseases in pregnancy. Publications di...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： van Mook WN,Peeters L

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Early prognostication in acute brain damage remains a challenge in the realm of critical care. There remains controversy over the most optimal methods that can be utilized to predict outcome. The utility of recently reported prognostic biomarkers and clinical methods will be reviewed. RECENT FINDINGS...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Kalanuria AA,Geocadin RG

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The aim of this review is to summarize important publications in enhanced recovery during 2010-2011 and to highlight key themes. Specifically, we focus on updated systematic reviews of high-quality clinical trials of enhanced recovery in colorectal surgery, exemplar studies of enhanced recovery in oth...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Grocott MP,Martin DS,Mythen MG

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe recent data about Acinetobacter baumannii pneumonia epidemiology and the therapeutic options including adjunctive nebulized therapy. RECENT FINDINGS:A. baumannii is a major cause of nosocomial pneumonia in certain geographic areas affecting mainly debilitated patients, with prolonged hosp...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Amaya-Villar R,Garnacho-Montero J

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Delirium is frequently encountered in the ICU and is associated with significant adverse outcomes. The increasingly recognized consequences of ICU delirium should enhance efforts to improve recognition and management of this serious problem. We aim to review the recent literature on ICU delirium, incl...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Jones SF,Pisani MA

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To explore the origin of myths and their progression toward dogma. The process of debunking myths in the neurocritical care unit (NCCU) is facilitated if nurses are involved early during the process. RECENT FINDINGS:Current and past practices in the NCCU were reviewed through our personal experiences...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Olson DM,Figueroa SA

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The paucity of effective therapeutic interventions in patients with the acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) combined with overwhelming evidence on the importance of timely implementation of effective therapies to critically ill patients has resulted in a recent shift in ARDS research. Increasin...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Festic E,Kor DJ,Gajic O

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The use of neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs) in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and acute lung injury remains controversial, although frequent. This review analyzes the effects of NMBAs on thoracopulmonary mechanics, gas exchange, patient outcome and their potential advers...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Forel JM,Roch A,Papazian L

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Mechanical ventilation is a cornerstone of ICU treatment. Because of its interaction with blood flow and intra-abdominal pressure, mechanical ventilation has the potential to alter hepato-splanchnic perfusion, abdominal organ function and thereby outcome of the most critically ill patients. RECENT FI...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Jakob SM

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Management of the patient with traumatic brain injury is a rapidly advancing field, characterized in recent years by an improved understanding of intracranial pathophysiology and ways in which outcomes can be improved. Many traditional therapies, such as fluid restriction and hyperventilation, have be...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Dutton RP,McCunn M

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Fever is common in the ICU among patients with severe brain injury. Fever has been consistently shown to exacerbate brain injuries in animal models and has been consistently associated with poor outcome in human studies. However, whether fever control improves outcome and the ideal means of fever cont...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Bohman LE,Levine JM

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this report is to provide information regarding preparation for disaster management from the perspective of ICU physicians. Both a framework toward ICU preparation for disaster management and a guide to the relevant literature are presented. Our objective is to show that the understanding of disaster pr...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Roccaforte JD,Cushman JG

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is a new disease that caused large outbreaks in several countries in the first half of 2003, resulting in infection in more than 8000 people and more than 900 deaths. During that time, a large body of literature rapidly emerged describing the clinical disease, ...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Lapinsky SE,Granton JT

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The scope of this review is to describe what is known about injury outcomes and the principles by which they can be improved by acute phase interventions. Assessing which outcomes matter to trauma patients is important both for the evaluation of existing and novel acute interventions and to assess the...

journal_title：Current opinion in critical care

authors： Brohi K,Cole E,Hoffman K

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00