Thermodilution and Fick cardiac index determinations following cardiac surgery.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To systematically investigate the effect of altering release time during airway pressure release ventilation in a neonatal animal model before and after oleic acid-induced acute lung injury. DESIGN:Prospective, nonrandomized, controlled study with repeated measures. SETTING:University research laboratory. ...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Martin LD,Wetzel RC

更新日期：1994-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Quality improvement (QI) activities have been done as long as medicine has been practiced and are integral to safety and efficacy of patient care. The 20th century witnessed sophisticated advances of QI methods, with concurrent advances in research ethics. The suggestion that some interventional QI activities resemble...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Kofke WA,Rie MA

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of epidural opioids for postoperative analgesia has been associated with respiratory depression. This report demonstrates the ability of nalbuphine to rapidly reverse the respiratory depression caused by epidural sufentanil while maintaining postoperative pain relief. ...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Cheng EY,May J

更新日期：1989-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Although it is established that septic shock induces immunosuppression, the mechanisms for this phenomenon remain poorly understood. Human leukocyte antigen-G exerts strong inhibitory effects that are directed at different arms of the immune system. The main objective of the current study was to measure human...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Monneret G,Voirin N,Krawice-Radanne I,Bohé J,Lepape A,Rouas-Freiss N,Carosella ED

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Therapeutic hypothermia in the ICU requires mechanical ventilation and sedation. Hypothermia reduces the metabolism of commonly used IV sedatives. The use of long-acting sedative agents may confound neurologic assessment. Volatile anesthetics have been reported to provide protection against ischemia-reperfusi...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Hellström J,Öwall A,Martling CR,Sackey PV

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Measuring gas exchange in critically ill patients can provide valuable information on their nutritional status and energy expenditure. Several semiautomated machines are available for measuring oxygen consumption (VO2) and carbon dioxide production (VCO2). This study evaluated, under controlled laboratory conditions, ...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Eccles RC,Swinamer DL,Jones RL,King EG

更新日期：1986-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the effect of early and continuous venovenous hemofiltration (CVVH) on the plasma concentrations of several humoral mediators of inflammation and subsequent organ dysfunction in septic patients. DESIGN:Randomized, controlled trial. SETTING:Intensive care unit of a tertiary hospital. PATIENTS:Twent...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Cole L,Bellomo R,Hart G,Journois D,Davenport P,Tipping P,Ronco C

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bradycardia is common in critical care units. It may be transient, asymptomatic and of little consequence, or life-threatening. Bradycardia may result from abnormalities of the sinus node, atrioventricular node, or the His-Purkinje system. It may also be precipitated by drug effects or enhanced vagal tone. Proper diag...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Kaushik V,Leon AR,Forrester JS Jr,Trohman RG

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Although pentoxifylline produces various beneficial effects following adverse circulatory conditions, it is not known whether this agent has any effects on gut lipid metabolism after trauma-hemorrhage and resuscitation. The aim of this study, therefore, was to determine whether or not administration of pento...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Wang W,Wang P,Chaudry IH

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This report documents the validity of clinical measurements of oxygen consumption (VO2) and carbon dioxide production (VCO2) made with a new metabolic gas monitor (MGM) suitable for use in critically ill patients receiving mechanical ventilatory support. Paired samples of inspired and expired gases were obtained, and ...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Nelson LD,Anderson HB,Garcia H

更新日期：1987-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reimbursement policies are a critical step in the incorporation of new technologies and therapies into the clinical armamentarium. Reimbursement is an umbrella concept describing the process to manage and pay for healthcare services, including benefit coverage, coding, and payment processes. The technologies and servi...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Reaven NL,Rosenbloom J

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Carbon monoxide (CO), an endogenous byproduct of heme metabolism, is produced at high levels in injured tissue via induction of heme-oxygenase-1 activity, where it contributes to the modulation of proinflammatory processes. Alone, CO has potent anti-inflammatory effects in models of acute and chronic inflamma...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Moore BA,Overhaus M,Whitcomb J,Ifedigbo E,Choi AM,Otterbein LE,Bauer AJ

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:There is controversy regarding the benefits of N-acetylcysteine in acute kidney injury. This study was to compare three commonly used regimens and explore which regimen is best for the protection of acute kidney injury. DESIGN:Prospective experimental study. SETTING:University research laboratory. INTERVE...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Wang HZ,Peng ZY,Wen XY,Rimmelé T,Bishop JV,Kellum JA

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the point prevalence of medication errors at the time of transition of care from an ICU to non-ICU location and assess error types and risk factors for medication errors during transition of care. DESIGN:This was a multicenter, retrospective, 7-day point prevalence study. SETTING:Fifty-eight I...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Tully AP,Hammond DA,Li C,Jarrell AS,Kruer RM

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the oxidative stress induced by IV iron infusion in critically ill patients and in healthy volunteers. DESIGN:Multicenter, interventional study. SETTING:Two ICUs and one clinical research center. SUBJECTS:Anemic critically ill patients treated with IV iron and healthy volunteers. INTERVENTIONS:...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Lasocki S,Piednoir P,Couffignal C,Rineau E,Dufour G,Lefebvre T,Puy H,Duval X,Driss F,Schilte C

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Information booklets have not been assessed by the families of intensive care unit (ICU) patients. This study explored the information that the relatives of adult ICU patients wanted to find in the information booklets. DESIGN:Multicenter survey. SETTING:Twenty-three French ICUs. SUBJECTS:One close relativ...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Soltner C,Lassalle V,Galienne-Bouygues S,Pottecher J,Floccard B,Delapierre L,Jungfer F,Sargentini C,Alberti C,Beydon L,Lifrea Group.

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the frequency of obtaining Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval and informed consent in critical care research. DATA SOURCES AND DATA EXTRACTION:One-year retrospective review of original critical care research in humans published in seven journals, including American Journal of Respiratory an...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Matot I,Pizov R,Sprung CL

更新日期：1998-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine which of a series of disposable or interchangeable positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) devices functions with the least imposition of inspiratory and expiratory work during continuous positive airway pressure. DESIGN:Prospective laboratory evaluation performed on a lung model. SETTING:Resea...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Kacmarek RM,Mang H,Barker N,Cycyk-Chapman MC

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Estimations of blood glucose in the range 0-80 mg/dl were performed using the Chemstrip bG and StatTek Glucose Low Level test strips. Estimations of glucose levels closely approximated values obtained by a quantitative, enzymatic reference method; both appear to be excellent screening tests for hypoglycemia. There wer...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Maisels MJ,Lee CA

更新日期：1983-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe the unique perspective of pediatric intensivists caring for critically ill adults during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. DESIGN:Observational study. SETTING:Academic medical center in New York City. PATIENTS:Coronavirus disease 2019 positive adults requiring admission to an ICU. INTERV...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Joyce CL,Howell JD,Toal M,Wasserman E,Finkelstein RA,Traube C,Killinger JS,Joashi U,Greenwald BM,Nellis ME

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Preliminary studies have suggested that low doses of corticosteroids might rapidly improve hemodynamics in late septic shock treated with catecholamines. We examined the effect of hydrocortisone on shock reversal, hemodynamics, and survival in this particular setting. DESIGN:Prospective, randomized, double-...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Bollaert PE,Charpentier C,Levy B,Debouverie M,Audibert G,Larcan A

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In this study, we hypothesized that coronavirus disease 2019 patients exhibit sublingual microcirculatory alterations caused by inflammation, coagulopathy, and hypoxemia. DESIGN:Multicenter case-controlled study. SETTING:Two ICUs in The Netherlands and one in Switzerland. PATIENTS:Thirty-four critically i...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Favaron E,Ince C,Hilty MP,Ergin B,van der Zee P,Uz Z,Wendel Garcia PD,Hofmaenner DA,Acevedo CT,van Boven WJ,Akin S,Gommers D,Endeman H

更新日期：2021-01-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nutritional support is an essential component of the management of critically ill and injured ICU patients. Optimal provision of calories and protein has been demonstrated to reduce morbidity, mortally, and length of ICU and hospital stay. Yet, a large proportion of ICU patients receive inadequate nutrition....

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Marik PE

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the frequency of advance directives or directives disclosed by healthcare agents and their influence on decisions to withdraw/withhold life-sustaining care in neurocritically ill adults. DATA SOURCES:PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases. STUDY SELECTION:Screening was performed using predefin...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Sutter R,Meyer-Zehnder B,Baumann SM,Marsch S,Pargger H

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To develop a predictive equation to estimate the frequency of blood drawing for intensive care unit (ICU) laboratory tests and to evaluate variations in ICU blood sampling practices after adjusting for patient and institutional factors. DESIGN:Prospective, inception, cohort study. SETTING:Forty-two ICUs in...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Zimmerman JE,Seneff MG,Sun X,Wagner DP,Knaus WA

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine whether excessive alcohol consumption increases the risk for intensive care unit (ICU)-acquired bacterial infection, especially ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP), in nontrauma patients. DESIGN:Prospective observational cohort study. SETTING:A 21-bed polyvalent ICU in a university hospital....

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Gacouin A,Legay F,Camus C,Volatron AC,Barbarot N,Donnio PY,Thomas R,Le Tulzo Y

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:a) To quantify the use of do-not-resuscitate orders in a tertiary care children's hospital; and b) to characterize the circumstances in which such orders are written. DESIGN:Retrospective chart review. SETTING:University teaching hospital. PATIENTS:All inpatients who died in an urban children's hospital o...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Lantos JD,Berger AC,Zucker AR

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review the history and development of critical care nurses, the supply and demand issues related to critical care nursing, critical care nursing's contribution to patient outcomes, and recommendations to ensure a steady and strong workforce. DATA SOURCE AND SELECTION:Information presented in this article ...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Robnett MK

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To characterize the rates of accidental removal of endotracheal tubes, nasogastric tubes, central venous catheters, and arterial catheters. To assess the efficacy of corrective measures aimed at reducing the accidental removal of these devices. DESIGN:Prospective, observational, and interventional study. S...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Carrión MI,Ayuso D,Marcos M,Paz Robles M,de la Cal MA,Alía I,Esteban A

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patient awareness of intermittent positive-pressure ventilation (IPPV) treatment in the ICU was studied in 304 patients. These ICU patients were divided into three groups: those treated for internal medical diseases (IMD; n = 129), patients admitted after major surgical procedures (MSP; n = 126), and patients treated ...

journal_title：Critical care medicine

authors： Bergbom-Engberg I,Haljamäe H

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00