Biomechanics of spinal cord injury.

abstract：:Mechanical ventilation, although essential in taking care of acute lung injury and widely used during surgical procedures worldwide, remains a highly debated field. Clinical trials in the last decade have shown convincingly that mechanical ventilation can result in additional mortality in patients with acute lung inju...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Haitsma JJ

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As scientists and physicians have gained sophistication in understanding and treating illness, our view of disease has changed in scope. We appreciate more fully the diverse and wide-ranging effects of stress on the ability of the organism to maintain homeostasis. As our study of the failure of homeostasis has advance...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Weise KL

更新日期：1988-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article is intended to inform the reader of the current state of the art of pneumatically powered artificial hearts, including animal experiments and information available on 11 recipients of orthotopically placed devices. ...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Olsen DB,Taenaka Y

更新日期：1986-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Obesity has been recognized as an increasing problem not only in North America but globally. With a significant rise in the prevalence of obesity amongst children and adolescents over the past 20 years, the comorbidities associated with obesity are also now emerging at an earlier age. These comorbidities cause specifi...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Bailey KA

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The epidemiology, biomechanics, physiopathology, emergency medical systems, diagnostic criteria, and therapy related to acute cervical spinal cord injury are discussed in this article. ...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Albin MS

更新日期：1985-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transplant patients face challenging medical journeys, with many detours to the intensive care unit. Before and after transplantation, they have significant psychological and cognitive comorbidities, which decrease their quality of life and potentially compromise their medical outcomes. Critical care staff are essenti...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Sher Y,Zimbrean P

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Surviving Sepsis Campaign targets central venous pressure, mean arterial pressure, and central venous oxygen saturation as guides for resuscitation. Fluid resuscitation and the use of vasopressors are paramount to the success of the campaign's end points. Although the achievement of supranormal physiologic paramet...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Shapiro DS,Loiacono LA

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The burned child requires a management that is different from that employed in the burned adult because of physiologic and psychological dissimilarities, although basic principles of management are the same. Particular problems and treatment of the burned child are highlighted. ...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Solomon JR

更新日期：1985-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intrahospital transport of critically ill patients must be considered as part of the critical care continuum. The level of care provided must be commensurate with the severity of illness. These transfers are intensive in terms of utilization of personnel and resources. Advance preparation and optimal coordination of t...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Venkataraman ST,Orr RA

更新日期：1992-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Electronic medical records can be used to mine clinical data (big data), providing automated analysis during patient care. This article describes the source and potential impact of big data analysis on risk stratification and early detection of deterioration. It compares use of big data analysis with existing methods ...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Wong Lama KM,DeVita MA

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The future of cardiopulmonary resuscitation lies in new technologies for monitoring and generating vital organ perfusion during cardiac arrest and the post-resuscitation phase and in pharmacologic agents that will enhance ROSC and reverse ischemia-reperfusion injury. ROSC is the first step toward survival, so interven...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Manning JE,Katz LM

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Telestroke and teleneurologic intensive care units (teleneuro-ICUs) optimize the diagnosis and treatment of neurologic emergencies. Establishment of a telestroke or teleneuro-ICU program relies on investment in experienced stroke and neurocritical care personnel as well as advanced telecommunications technologies. Tel...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Klein KE,Rasmussen PA,Winners SL,Frontera JA

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:More than one-half million patients are hospitalized annually for traumatic brain injury (TBI). One-quarter demonstrate sleep-disordered breathing, up to 50% experience insomnia, and half have hypersomnia. Sleep disturbances after TBI may result from injury to sleep-regulating brain tissue, nonspecific neurohormonal r...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Vermaelen J,Greiffenstein P,deBoisblanc BP

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bioterrorism is not only a reality of the times in which we live but bioweapons have been used for centuries. Critical care physicians play a major role in the recognition of and response to a bioterrorism attack. Critical care clinicians must be familiar with the diagnosis and management of the most likely bioterrori...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Christian MD

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute respiratory failure can be the result of a variety of clinical conditions, such as congestive heart failure, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, exacerbation of obstructive lung diseases, and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). This article focuses on developments related to acute lung injury and ARDS and rev...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Bandi VD,Munnur U,Matthay MA

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The five components integral to modern, sophisticated airway management in trauma patients include equipment, pharmacologic adjuncts, manual techniques, physical circumstances, and patient profile. Although there is a finite number of pieces and types of equipment, pharmacologic adjuncts, and manual techniques, the la...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Grande CM,Stene JK,Bernhard WN

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is common and frequently unrecognized since the signs and symptoms are relatively nonspecific. CO poisoning causes tissue hypoxia. Additionally, various animal studies have demonstrated that CO interferes with myoglobin, P450, and other enzyme function; causes lipid peroxidation through ...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Weaver LK

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arterial catheterization is used frequently in the management of critically ill patients, both for continuous blood pressure monitoring and access to the arterial circulation to obtain frequent blood gas measurements. The procedure is usually easily accomplished at the bedside using percutaneous methods such as the Se...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Clark VL,Kruse JA

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Timely performance and accurate interpretation of portable chest radiographs in the ICU setting are fundamental components of quality care. Teamwork between intensive care clinicians and radiologists is necessary to assure that the appropriate studies, of high technical quality, are obtained. By working together to in...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Cascade PN,Kazerooni EA

更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vasodilators that affect the pulmonary vasculature are appealing adjuncts in many cardiopulmonary conditions that require mechanical ventilation such as ARDS, COPD, PPHN, and cardiothoracic surgery. The adverse systemic effects of parenteral PGE1 and parenteral prostacyclin limit their usefulness in critically ill pat...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Zimmerman JL,Hanania NA

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Medication errors are a significant public health problem in United States hospitals. Patients in the ICU are at particular risk for medication errors because of the characteristics of an ICU and the nature of its patients. This article reviews the principles of medication safety and applies these principles to the IC...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Kane-Gill S,Weber RJ

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The energy expenditure of the critically ill patient is influenced by many factors, thus making it difficult to predict. Measurement of energy expenditure in mechanically ventilated patients receiving elevated oxygen concentrations requires a good understanding of the measurement technique and its limitations, whether...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Damask MC,Schwarz Y,Weissman C

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Venous thromboembolic disease continues to be a major source of morbidity and mortality, with obese patients who are critically ill presenting some of the most at-risk patients. As the literature evolves, it has become clear that there is a complex relationship between obesity and thrombosis and atherogenesis. It is t...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Craft MK,Reed MJ

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intoxications frequently perturb acid-base and electrolyte status, intravascular volume, and renal function. In selected cases, extracorporeal techniques effectively restore homeostasis and augment intoxicant removal. The use of 4-methylpyrazole, an inhibitor of alcohol dehydrogenase, is a new and effective treatment ...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Borkan SC

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The pregnant patient with normal cardiac function can accommodate many significant alterations in the cardiovascular system without difficulty. Pregnancy in a patient with significant cardiac disease, however, can be extremely hazardous, resulting in decompensation and even death. these conditions account for up to 30...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Clark SL

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An estimated 14 million patients survive sepsis hospitalization each year. However, survivors commonly experience new functional disability, cognitive impairment, and a high rate of further medical setbacks, including hospital readmission and late death. One in 5 older survivors has a potentially preventable hospital ...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Prescott HC

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The thyrotoxic patient offers a considerable challenge to the critical care physician because the "obvious" diagnosis often will be a cardiac (or other nonthyroidal) problem, but the "correct" diagnosis will be an endocrinologic one. The importance of considering the diagnosis of thyrotoxicosis in any patient with tac...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Reasner CA 2nd,Isley WL

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Good airway management depends on a system that emphasizes teamwork to expedite care and minimize errors. By understanding the accreditation and licensing requirements, appropriate personnel and equipment can be allocated along cost effective guidelines. Newer techniques for management of the difficult airway, such as...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Showan AM,Sestito JA

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Glycated hemoglobin A1c can be used to assess intensive care unit patients' level of chronic glycemic control. Compared with patients with normal glycated hemoglobin A1c, patients with elevated glycated hemoglobin A1c seem to better tolerate hyperglycemia and large glucose fluctuations during critical illness. The ris...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Balintescu A,Mårtensson J

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Significant advances have been made in the management of cardiac arrhythmias. New technology has enhanced the ability to understand and treat a variety of tachycardias. Excitement and caution surround ablative approaches for atrial fibrillation. The role of ICDs and class III antiarrhythmic drugs in the management of ...

journal_title：Critical care clinics

authors： Fei L,Trohman RG

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00