Critical care medicine
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Critical care medicine · Aug 2014
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative Study Observational StudyTiming of Renal Replacement Therapy and Patient Outcomes in the Randomized Evaluation of Normal Versus Augmented Level of Replacement Therapy Study.
To explore the relationship between timing of continuous renal replacement therapy commencement and clinical outcomes in critically ill patients with acute kidney injury. The primary outcomes were all-cause mortality at 28 and 90 days. ⋯ In a subgroup of participants of the Randomized Evaluation of Normal Versus Augmented Level Replacement Therapy Study, earlier commencement of continuous renal replacement therapy relative to RIFLE-I acute kidney injury was not significantly associated with improved survival. Additional studies with larger sample sizes and broader commencement times are warranted.
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Critical care medicine · Aug 2014
Multicenter Study Observational StudyInitial Lactate and Lactate Change in Post-Cardiac Arrest: A Multicenter Validation Study.
Rate of lactate change is associated with in-hospital mortality in post-cardiac arrest patients. This association has not been validated in a prospective multicenter study. The objective of the current study was to determine the association between percent lactate change and outcomes in post-cardiac arrest patients. ⋯ Lower lactate levels at 0, 12, and 24 hours and greater percent decrease in lactate over the first 12 hours post cardiac arrest are associated with survival and good neurologic outcome.
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Critical care medicine · Aug 2014
Multicenter StudySerious Adverse Events Associated With Vasopressin and Norepinephrine Infusion in Septic Shock.
The frequency, risk factors, and mortality rates of serious adverse events associated with the use of vasopressin and norepinephrine are not clear. The objectives of this study were to determine frequency, risk factors (including candidate gene polymorphisms), and outcomes of serious adverse events in septic shock patients. ⋯ Serious adverse events associated with vasopressin and norepinephrine in patients who have septic shock are associated with increased mortality and morbidity. AA genotype of rs28418396 single-nucleotide polymorphism near the arginine vasopressin receptor 1b gene is associated with serious adverse events. The mechanism of this association requires investigation.
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Critical care medicine · Aug 2014
Multicenter Study Comparative StudyGuideline Bundles Adherence and Mortality in Severe Sepsis and Septic Shock.
Surviving Sepsis Campaign bundles have been associated with reduced mortality in severe sepsis and septic shock patients. Case-mix adjusted mortality evaluations have not been performed to compare hospitals participating in sepsis bundle programs with those not participating. We aimed to achieve an individual bundle target adherence more than 80% and a relative mortality reduction of at least 15% (absolute mortality reduction 5.2%) at the end of 2012. ⋯ Implementation of a national sepsis program resulted in improved adherence to sepsis bundles in severe sepsis and septic shock patients and was associated with reduced adjusted in-hospital mortality only in participating ICUs, suggesting direct impact of sepsis screening and bundle application on in-hospital mortality.
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Critical care medicine · Aug 2014
Use of a Daily Goals Checklist for Morning ICU Rounds: A Mixed-Methods Study.
To understand the perspectives and attitudes of ICU clinicians about use of a daily goals checklist on rounds. ⋯ The daily goals checklist was perceived to improve the management of critically ill patients by creating a systematic, comprehensive approach to patient care and by setting individualized daily goals. Reportedly improving interprofessional communication and practice, the daily goals checklist also enhanced patient safety and daily progress, encouraging momentum in recovery from critical illness. Daily goals checklist review prompted teaching opportunities for multidisciplinary learners on morning rounds.