Fatal right-sided nonbacterial endocarditis associated with pulmonary artery catheterization.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:1) To compare saline gastric tonometry monitoring with air tonometry (Tonocap) in a group of general ICU patients. 2) An in vitro investigation of the performance of other fluids used in gastric tonometry and to assess the effects of variation of temperature and carbon dioxide concentration within the range e...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Barry B,Mallick A,Hartley G,Bodenham A,Vucevic M

更新日期：1998-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Pressure measurements at the level of the right atrium are commonly used in clinical anesthesia and the intensive care unit (ICU). There is growing interest in the use of peripheral venous sites for estimating central venous pressure (CVP). This study compared bias, precision, and covariance in simultaneous m...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Desjardins R,Denault AY,Bélisle S,Carrier M,Babin D,Lévesque S,Martineau R

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Growth hormone (GH) given to reverse muscle catabolism in critical illness increased mortality, illustrating the need for better understanding of the pathophysiology of the GH axis. We describe the relationship between changes in plasma insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) and growth hormone-binding protein (...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： O'Leary MJ,Quinton N,Ferguson CN,Preedy VR,Ross RJ,Hinds CJ

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 16 patients with multiple injuries the effect of parenteral administration of a fat emulsion on the pulmonary vascular system has been studied. Using the Hewlett Packard 5600 A Intensive Care System, which allows vital parameters to be sampled at a rate of two values per min, pulmonary artery pressure (PAP) was mon...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： van Deyk K,Hempel V,Münch F,Kopp M,Graf H,Epple E

更新日期：1983-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Hypoxia-ischemia (HI), as a major cause of fetal brain damage, has long-lasting neurological implications. Therefore, therapeutic interventions that attenuate the neuropathological outcome of HI while also improving the neurofunctional outcome are of paramount clinical importance. The aim of this study was to i...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Fathali N,Lekic T,Zhang JH,Tang J

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We evaluated whether oscillatory compliance (C(X5)) measured by forced oscillation technique (FOT) at 5 Hz may be useful for positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) optimisation. METHODS:We studied seven pigs in which lung injury was induced by broncho-alveolar lavage. The animals were ventilated in volume con...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Dellacà RL,Zannin E,Kostic P,Olerud MA,Pompilio PP,Hedenstierna G,Pedotti A,Frykholm P

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the effect of partial liquid ventilation with perfluorocarbons on hemodynamics and gas exchange in large pigs with induced acute lung injury (ALI). DESIGN:Randomized, prospective, double-control, experimental study. Experimental intensive care unit of a university. MATERIALS:Eighteen large pigs (5...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Houmes RJ,Verbrugge SJ,Hendrik ER,Lachmann B

更新日期：1995-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Oxygen consumption (VO2) obtained from respiratory gases by indirect calorimetry (VO2,IC) with a metabolic monitor integrated in a ventilator were to be compared to VO2 obtained by the Fick principle (VO2,Fick) in septic patients following an increase in oxygen delivery (DO2) induced by positive inotropic sup...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Schaffartzik W,Sanft C,Schaefer JH,Spies C

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Circulating levels of the proinflammatory mediator High Mobility Group Box Protein 1 (HMGB1) are increased in septic patients and may contribute to sepsis-induced organ dysfunction. Although HMGB1 has been shown to activate neutrophils from healthy volunteers, the responses of neutrophils from septic patient...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Silva E,Arcaroli J,He Q,Svetkauskaite D,Coldren C,Nick JA,Poch K,Park JS,Banerjee A,Abraham E

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the role of the inducible nitric oxide synthase activation-induced excess nitric oxide formation on the rate of hepatic glucose production during fully resuscitated murine septic shock. DESIGN:Prospective, controlled, randomized animal study. SETTING:University animal research laboratory. SU...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Albuszies G,Vogt J,Wachter U,Thiemermann C,Leverve XM,Weber S,Georgieff M,Radermacher P,Barth E

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To analyze the actual cost of pediatric intensive care and its different components, particularly the differences between various patient groups, with special reference to the variable cost and the elements included in it. DESIGN:Prospective, observational study. SETTING:Multidisciplinary 12-bed pediatric i...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： García S,Ruza F,Alvarado F,Madero R,Delgado MA,Dorao P,Frias M

更新日期：1997-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Limulus amoebocyte lysate assay was used as one of a series of laboratory and clinical investigations on a group of 31 patients suffering from septic shock in order to assess the clinical significance of this assay for the detection of circulating endotoxin in clinical gram-negative sepsis. Four patients with card...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： McCartney AC,Banks JG,Clements GB,Sleigh JD,Tehrani M,Ledingham IM

更新日期：1983-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of the present study was (1) to determine the prevalence of intensive care unit (ICU) admissions due to an adverse drug reaction (ADR), and (2) to compare affected patients with patients admitted to the ICU for the treatment of deliberate self-poisoning using medical drugs. DESIGN:Prospective observa...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Schwake L,Wollenschläger I,Stremmel W,Encke J

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Antithrombin exerts direct effects on neutrophils by inhibiting chemokine-induced migration. This study examined the potency of different pharmaceutical antithrombin preparations in inhibiting neutrophil chemotaxis toward interleukin 8. METHODS:Cell migration was tested by the leading front assay in modified...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Kaneider NC,Rabensteiner A,Reinisch CM,Dunzendorfer S,Wiedermann CJ

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the relationship between the base deficit value in the immediate postoperative period of coronary surgery for cardiopulmonary bypass and the length of stay in the ICU. DESIGN AND SETTING:Prospective descriptive study in the department of anesthesia and cardiovascular surgery of a university hospita...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Hugot P,Sicsic JC,Schaffuser A,Sellin M,Corbineau H,Chaperon J,Ecoffey C

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Streptococcus pneumoniae is responsible for two-thirds of ICU admissions due to community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) and is the leading cause of CAP-related death. Early death is principally due to cardiovascular collapse, whereas late death is associated with hypoxemic respiratory failure. Outcome depends on interactio...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Luján M,Gallego M,Rello J

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Acute hypoxemic respiratory failure (AHRF) is a common reason for emergency pediatric intensive care. An objective assessment of disease severity from acute physiological parameters would be of value in clinical practice and in the design of clinical trials. We hypothesised that there was a difference in the ...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Peters MJ,Tasker RC,Kiff KM,Yates R,Hatch DJ

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Pulmonary flow resistance is mainly determined by vessel calibres, resulting from the interaction of volume-passive distension and active vasomotion. However, quantitative information on the interplay between these counteracting forces in the lung is lacking. Therefore, we aimed at quantifying (1) the effects...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Ding ZP,Scheeren TW,Arndt JO

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Caloric insufficiency during the first week of intensive care unit (ICU) stay was reported to be associated with increased infection rates, especially ICU-acquired bloodstream infection (ICU-BSI). However, the predisposition to ICU-BSI by a given pathogen remains not well known. We aimed to determine the impact...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Ekpe K,Novara A,Mainardi JL,Fagon JY,Faisy C

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The emphasis on the importance of professionalism in a recent CoBaTrICE-IT paper was impressive. However, insight into the elements of professionalism as perceived relevant for intensivists from the fellows' view, and how these are taught and learned, is limited. OBJECTIVES AND METHODS:A nationwide study ...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： van Mook WN,de Grave WS,Gorter SL,Muijtjens AM,Zwaveling JH,Schuwirth LW,van der Vleuten CP

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare noninvasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV) vs. invasive mechanical ventilation in AIDS patients with Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP)-related acute respiratory failure (ARF). DESIGN:A single-center, prospective, case-control trial. SETTING:An ICU of a private tertiary hospital specializ...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Confalonieri M,Calderini E,Terraciano S,Chidini G,Celeste E,Puccio G,Gregoretti C,Meduri GU

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the clinical epidemiology of invasive group A streptococcal disease (IGASD) and identify predictors of admissions into an intensive care unit (ICU). DESIGN:A cross-sectional study. SETTING:Retrospective review of data. PATIENTS:A total of 204 patients hospitalized throughout the state of Flori...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Mulla ZD

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 46-year-old man was diagnosed clinically brain dead after sustaining head trauma. The patient was in deep coma, brain nerves were unresponsive and spontaneous breathing was absent. However, EEG showed well preserved activity, but no reactivity to external stimuli. EEG activity disappeared within 40 h. BAEP were high...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Kaukinen S,Mäkelä K,Häkkinen VK,Martikainen K

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess if the observed respiratory cycle-related variation in intra-abdominal pressure is reliably quantifiable and a possible indirect indicator of abdominal compliance. Secondary issues were to assess the roles played by respiratory parameters in determining this oscillation and by patients' position in ...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Sturini E,Saporito A,Sugrue M,Parr MJ,Bishop G,Braschi A

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the effects of a cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP) intervention achieved with dopamine and norepinephrine after severe head injury. DESIGN:Prospective, controlled, trial. SETTING:Neurosciences critical care unit. PATIENTS:Eleven patients with a head injury, requiring dopamine or norepinephrine i...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Johnston AJ,Steiner LA,Chatfield DA,Coles JP,Hutchinson PJ,Al-Rawi PG,Menon DK,Gupta AK

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Spasms in patients with generalized tetanus can be suppressed by a spinal intrathecal infusion of baclofen. We report on four patients and review reported cases treated by this method elsewhere. DESIGN:Intrathecal baclofen infusion was started with a bolus dose (300-500 micrograms) and continued at a steady ...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Dressnandt J,Konstanzer A,Weinzierl FX,Pfab R,Klingelhöfer J

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Plasma colloid osmotic pressure (COP) has been calculated from both serum albumin concentration and plasma total protein concentration. These values have been compared to those measured directly using a membrane-transducer oncometer in a group of normal subjects, in a group of critically-ill patients with a variety of...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Barclay SA,Bennett D

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To derive recommendations for the dosing of commonly used medications in the morbidly obese patient in the ICU. DATA SOURCES:Articles were obtained through computerized searches involving MEDLINE. The bibliographies of retrieved publications and textbooks were reviewed for additional references. STUDY SELEC...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Erstad BL

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As part of a nationwide evaluation of intensive care, we examined patient- and hospital-related factors which could influence the patterns of utilization of arterial cannulae and central venous and pulmonary artery catheters. We also studied the possible impact of these interventions on the short-term outcome among 14...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Saarela E,Kari A,Nikki P,Rauhala V,Iisalo E,Kaukinen L

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To develop a liver function-related risk prediction tool to identify acute-on-chronic liver failure patients at greatest risk of in-hospital mortality. METHODS:The LiFe (liver, injury, failure, evaluation) score, was constructed based on the opinions of 157 intensivists within the European Society for Intensiv...

journal_title：Intensive care medicine

authors： Edmark C,McPhail MJW,Bell M,Whitehouse T,Wendon J,Christopher KB

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00