Abstract：
:This article identifies the key challenges facing critical care practitioners in Africa. As a continent with a large proportion of the poorest countries and a plethora of unique diseases that place large demands for critical resources, the provision of care is largely in the context of severely constrained human and material resources. Diverse cultures and social norms predicate sensitivity to community values in the provision of care. Such realities demand novel approaches to the provision of critical care.
journal_name
Crit Care Clinjournal_title
Critical care clinicsauthors
Bhagwanjee Sdoi
10.1016/j.ccc.2006.03.008subject
Has Abstractpub_date
2006-07-01 00:00:00pages
433-8, viiiissue
3eissn
0749-0704issn
1557-8232pii
S0749-0704(06)00021-2journal_volume
22pub_type
杂志文章,评审abstract：:Serotonin syndrome is characterized by varied degrees of cognitive, autonomic, and neuromuscular dysfunction and can only be produced by drug therapy that increases central nervous system serotonin neurotransmission. Information gained from a retrospective review of 127 cases of serotonin syndrome is presented. It is ...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/s0749-0704(05)70368-7
更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Renal failure continues to cause a major burden of morbidity and mortality in both its acute and chronic forms, regardless of advances in current renal replacement therapies. A bioartificial kidney that includes a conventional dialysis filter and a renal tubule assist device containing approximately 10(8) renal proxim...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ccc.2005.01.006
更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00
abstract：:The PAC has allowed physicians to obtain information that was unavailable prior to its introduction into clinical medicine. There are numerous pitfalls, however, in obtaining and interpreting this information. Even if these pitfalls are avoided, changing therapy to the patient's benefit based on PAC data is not guaran...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/s0749-0704(05)70262-1
更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Multiplane (TEE) transducer imaging is the most highly evolved TEE technology at present. New clinical applications of this technology will be realized as echocardiographers gain experience with it. Current limitations of TEE are likely to be surmounted as its use increases, and continuous improvements and miniaturiza...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/s0749-0704(05)70246-3
更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Prolonged intubation and mechanical ventilation following cardiac surgery have been associated with increased hospital and intensive care unit length of stays; higher health care costs; and morbidity resulting from atelectasis, intrapulmonary shunting, and pneumonia. Early extubation was developed as a strategy in the...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ccc.2020.06.005
更新日期：2020-10-01 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
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00
abstract：:The thermal-dye technique for the measurement of ELW is available for clinical and experimental use. This method is safe and can be performed serially in an individual patient. Although it is invasive, it requires only a central venous catheter and an arterial catheter, which are often already in place for routine hem...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1986-07-01 00:00:00
abstract：:The proportion of hospitalized patients with pulmonary embolism (PE) is increasing. Whether this represents more admissions with PE or more diagnoses made in hospitalized patients is uncertain. The proportion of hospitalized patients with deep venous thrombosis has decreased precipitously as a result of home treatment...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ccc.2011.09.006
更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00
abstract：:In summary, advances in critical care and mechanical ventilation have resulted in an increased salvage of critically ill patients, a number of whom require long-term ventilation as a means of life support. In addition, the total number of patients receiving long-term ventilation has increased dramatically over the pas...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Proper care of the severely injured patient will require the development of a new anesthesia specialist. The trauma anesthesiologist, like the cardiovascular anesthesiologist, must become thoroughly familiar with one disease. The anesthesiologist who manages patients with traumatic disease must become an expert in cri...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Although much has been accomplished in HTx and LTx in the past few decades, much remains to be conquered. It is an ever-changing, always fascinating field. Though science and technology know no limits, the primary limitation of HTx and LTx continues to be the availability of donor organs. One can only hope that furthe...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/s0749-0704(02)00054-4
更新日期：2003-04-01 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
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Acute renal failure continues to be a common occurrence in critically ill cancer patients. It frequently results from a combination of risk factors, which include the following: hemodynamic alterations associated with renal ischemia; exposure to nephrotoxic drugs; urinary tract obstruction; and specific abnormalities ...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1988-01-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Alterations in hemostasis are common in patients with cancer admitted to the ICU. Depending on the underlying disease and specific hemostatic abnormality, the patient with cancer may develop bleeding, thrombosis, or both, such as DIC. Bleeding complications usually result from abnormalities in platelets or deficiency ...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/s0749-0704(05)70200-1
更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00
abstract：:It is as important to monitor the passage of time in the resuscitation effort as it is to follow the physiologic parameters. The goals in resuscitation are based on restoring cellular metabolism to a level consistent with optimum survival. The level of invasiveness of monitoring is dictated by the extent to which the ...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1992-04-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Caring for the new quadriplegic is an immense undertaking involving multiple health care professionals who must function as a team. The physician in charge must understand rehabilitation principles and be able to communicate with all members of the team caring for the patient. Rehabilitation principles, if considered ...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：
更新日期：1987-07-01 00:00:00
abstract：:This article provides an overview of some of the current issues involved in sedation and anxiolysis in the intensive care unit. The problems involved in trying to monitor sedation levels are discussed, as are some of the newer options available for physiologic monitoring of the central nervous system. The problem of a...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/s0749-0704(05)70043-9
更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Decisions to admit and discharge patients to and from the intensive care unit (ICU) when resources are scarce should be made according to the triage principle--that is, resources should be allocated based on the patient's ability to benefit from critical care. The ICU organizational structure and the constraints on de...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1993-07-01 00:00:00
abstract：:The known metabolic abnormalities and nutritional requirements of the brain injury, spinal cord injury, and acute stroke patient have been presented. Further investigations are required in all these conditions to identify specific nutritional requirements and metabolic abnormalities. The specific role of nutritional s...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Extracorporeal life support is a modified form of cardiopulmonary bypass. Experience in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has come largely from the neonatal population. Most centers have transitioned the ECMO pumps from roller pumps to centrifugal technology. Modes of support include venovenous for respirator...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ccc.2017.06.005
更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Providing effective critical care to vascular surgical patients is challenging to the intensivist. These patients often have multiple significant concurrent diseases that need to be adequately managed. A selective policy for identifying patients that need ICU is recommended. Early and smooth restoration to their preop...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/s0749-0704(02)00056-8
更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States,and thus its clinical and economic implications are enormous. In an increasingly cost-conscious economic environment, it is important to understand not only the effectiveness of treatments and technologies but also their cost-effectiveness. The ...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ccc.2011.10.007
更新日期：2012-01-01 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
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1994-04-01 00:00:00
abstract：:This article presents the health effects of some of the more important acute natural disasters and outlines requirements for effective medical response to these events (table 7). In summary, although all disasters are unique in that they affect regions of the world with differing social, economic, and health backgroun...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1991-04-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Patients with CCI have continuing profound medical needs, poor prognosis for significant functional recovery, and a high mortality rate. Nonetheless, some survive for months or years, but unfortunately, often with functional skills and quality of life lower than need be. Careful evaluation of each patient's medical co...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/s0749-0704(02)00011-8
更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Laboratory testing is ubiquitous among hospitalized patients and is more common among patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). Despite its high cost and prevalence, there are few data to support the current practice of laboratory testing in most ICUs. Although testing offers considerable potential benefits, it is no...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ccc.2007.07.005
更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00
abstract：:The pathophysiology of the burn injury and treatment factors that influence burn depth are explained. Details of burn wound care, including indications for early excision, topical antimicrobials, and the most recent advances in skin substitutes, are described. Burn wound sepsis, the most common and serious complicatio...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章
doi：
更新日期：1985-03-01 00:00:00
abstract：:Both limb muscle weakness and respiratory muscle weakness are exceedingly common in critically ill patients. Respiratory muscle weakness prolongs ventilator dependence, predisposing to nosocomial complications and death. Limb muscle weakness persists for months after discharge from intensive care and results in poor l...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ccc.2018.03.005
更新日期：2018-07-01 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
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：10.1016/j.ccc.2010.06.009
更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00
abstract：:This article has reviewed the current knowledge regarding the occurrence and possible role of oxygen radical generation and lipid peroxidation in acute CNS injury. Although much work remains, three criteria required to establish the pathophysiologic importance of oxygen radical reactions in post-traumatic events have ...
journal_title：Critical care clinics
pub_type： 杂志文章,评审
doi：
更新日期：1989-10-01 00:00:00
