Comparing outcomes of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients with initial shockable rhythm in Singapore and Osaka using population-based databases
Previous research indicated outcomes among refractory out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients with initial shockable rhythm were different in Singapore and Osaka, Japan, possibly due to the differences ... (Source: Critical Care)
Source: Critical Care - December 6, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Yohei Okada, Nur Shahidah, Yih Yng Ng, Michael Y. C. Chia, Han Nee Gan, Benjamin S. H. Leong, Desmond R. Mao, Wei Ming Ng, Nausheen Edwin, Takeyuki Kiguchi, Norihiro Nishioka, Tetsuhisa Kitamura, Taku Iwami and Marcus Eng Hock Ong Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research

Potential confounders in linking elevated S100A8/A9 to left ventricular dysfunction in septic shock patients
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Source: Critical Care - December 6, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Patrick M. Honore, Emily Perriens and Sydney Blackman Tags: Matters Arising Source Type: research

Association of autoimmune diseases with the occurrence and 28-day mortality of sepsis: an observational and Mendelian randomization study
Observational studies have indicated a potential association between autoimmune diseases and the occurrence of sepsis, with an increased risk of mortality among affected patients. However, whether a causal rel... (Source: Critical Care)
Source: Critical Care - December 5, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Hui Li, Xiaojun Pan, Sheng Zhang, Xuan Shen, Wan Li, Weifeng Shang, Zhenliang Wen, Sisi Huang, Limin Chen, Xu Zhang, Dechang Chen and Jiao Liu Tags: Research Source Type: research

Remimazolam besylate versus propofol for deep sedation in critically ill patients: a randomized pilot study
To compare the efficacy and safety of remimazolam besylate and propofol for deep sedation in critically ill patients. (Source: Critical Care)
Source: Critical Care - December 4, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Yun Tang, Xuehui Gao, Jiqian Xu, Lehao Ren, Hong Qi, Ruiting Li, Huaqing Shu, Xiaojing Zou, Shiying Yuan, Xiaobo Yang and You Shang Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research

Iron as an emerging therapeutic target in critically ill patients
The multiple roles of iron in the body have been known for decades, particularly its involvement in iron overload diseases such as hemochromatosis. More recently, compelling evidence has emerged regarding the ... (Source: Critical Care)
Source: Critical Care - December 4, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Coralie Grange, Fran çois Lux, Thomas Brichart, Laurent David, Aymeric Couturier, David E. Leaf, Bernard Allaouchiche and Olivier Tillement Tags: Review Source Type: research

Prognostic value of capillary refill time in adult patients: a systematic review with meta-analysis
Acute circulatory failure leads to tissue hypoperfusion. Capillary refill time (CRT) has been widely studied, but its predictive value remains debated. We conducted a meta-analysis to assess the ability of CRT... (Source: Critical Care)
Source: Critical Care - December 2, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Matthias Jacquet-Lagr èze, Aymeric Pernollet, Eduardo Kattan, Hafid Ait-Oufella, Delphine Chesnel, Martin Ruste, Rémi Schweizer, Bernard Allaouchiche, Glenn Hernandez and Jean-Luc Fellahi Tags: Review Source Type: research

Effects of lower versus higher oxygen targets on out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
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Source: Critical Care - December 1, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Yang Zhao, Qian Wang and Bin Zang Tags: Matters Arising Source Type: research

Dysnatremia at ICU admission and functional outcome of cardiac arrest: insights from four randomised controlled trials
To evaluate the potential association between early dysnatremia and 6-month functional outcome after cardiac arrest. (Source: Critical Care)
Source: Critical Care - December 1, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Jean Baptiste Lascarrou, Cyrielle Ermel, Alain Cariou, Timo Laitio, Hans Kirkegaard, Eldar S øreide, Anders M. Grejs, Matti Reinikainen, Gwenhael Colin, Fabio Silvio Taccone, Amélie Le Gouge and Markus B. Skrifvars Tags: Research Source Type: research

Prognostic differences in sepsis caused by gram-negative bacteria and gram-positive bacteria: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Bacteria are the main pathogens that cause sepsis. The pathogenic mechanisms of sepsis caused by gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria are completely different, and their prognostic differences in sepsis re... (Source: Critical Care)
Source: Critical Care - November 30, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Aling Tang, Yi Shi, Qingqing Dong, Sihui Wang, Yao Ge, Chenyan Wang, Zhimin Gong, Weizhen Zhang and Wei Chen Tags: Research Source Type: research

The use of checklists in the intensive care unit: a scoping review
Despite the extensive volume of research published on checklists in the intensive care unit (ICU), no review has been published on the broader role of checklists within the intensive care unit, their implement... (Source: Critical Care)
Source: Critical Care - November 30, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Ethan J. Erikson, Daniel A. Edelman, Fiona M. Brewster, Stuart D. Marshall, Maryann C. Turner, Vineet V. Sarode and David J. Brewster Tags: Review Source Type: research

Publisher Correction to: Critical Illness Weakness, Polyneuropathy and Myopathy: Diagnosis, treatment, and long ‑term outcomes
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Source: Critical Care - November 30, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Nicola Latronico, Frank A. Rasulo, Matthias Eikermann and Simone Piva Tags: Publisher Correction Source Type: research

Combination of serum and peritoneal 1.3-beta-d-glucan can rule out intra-abdominal candidiasis in surgical critically ill patients: a multicenter prospective study
Intra-abdominal candidiasis (IAC) is difficult to predict in critically ill patients with intra-abdominal infection, leading to the overuse of antifungal treatments. Serum and peritoneal 1.3-beta-d-glucan (sBDG a... (Source: Critical Care)
Source: Critical Care - November 30, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Emmanuel Novy, J érémie Rivière, Maxime Nguyen, Gaëlle Arfeuille, Guillaume Louis, Bélaïd Bouhemad, Julien Pottecher, Stéphane Hecketsweiler, Adeline Germain, François-Xavier Laithier, Marie-Reine Losser, Anne Debourgogne, Yohann Bernard, Hélène Tags: Research Source Type: research

Estimation of inspiratory effort using airway occlusion maneuvers in ventilated children: a secondary analysis of an ongoing randomized trial testing a lung and diaphragm protective ventilation strategy
Monitoring respiratory effort in ventilated patients is important to balance lung and diaphragm protection. Esophageal manometry remains the gold standard for monitoring respiratory effort but is invasive and ... (Source: Critical Care)
Source: Critical Care - November 29, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Yukie Ito, Mat ías G. Herrera, Justin C. Hotz, Miyako Kyogoku, Christopher J. L. Newth, Anoopindar K. Bhalla, Muneyuki Takeuchi and Robinder G. Khemani Tags: Research Source Type: research

External validation of the modified sepsis renal angina index for prediction of severe acute kidney injury in children with septic shock
Acute kidney injury (AKI) occurs commonly in pediatric septic shock and increases morbidity and mortality. Early identification of high-risk patients can facilitate targeted intervention to improve outcomes. W... (Source: Critical Care)
Source: Critical Care - November 28, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Natalja L. Stanski, Rajit K. Basu, Natalie Z. Cvijanovich, Julie C. Fitzgerald, Michael T. Bigham, Parag N. Jain, Adam J. Schwarz, Riad Lutfi, Neal J. Thomas, Torrey Baines, Bereketeab Haileselassie, Scott L. Weiss, Mihir R. Atreya, Andrew J. Lautz, Basil Tags: Research Source Type: research

Response to comment on human cytomegalovirus seropositivity is associated with reduced patient survival during sepsis
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Source: Critical Care - November 28, 2023 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Bj örn Koos, Matthias Unterberg, Tim Rahmel, Michael Adamzik and Stefan F. Ehrentraut Tags: Matters Arising Source Type: research