Journal of clinical anesthesia
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Observational Study
Impact of nosocomial infections on patient mortality following cardiac surgery.
To determine the rate of nosocomial infection among patients undergoing cardiac surgery and to identify risk factors and the impact of these infections on patient mortality. ⋯ Nosocomial infections after cardiac surgery constitute the main independent risk factor for mortality after the first week of surgery. These data suggest that its prevention following cardiac surgery must be prioritised to improve patient outcomes.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study
Higher versus lower mean arterial pressure target management in older patients having non-cardiothoracic surgery: A prospective randomized controlled trial.
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of low versus high mean arterial pressure (MAP) levels on the incidence of postoperative delirium during non-cardiothoracic surgery in older patients. ⋯ In older patients during non-cardiothoracic surgery, high-level blood pressure management might help reduce the incidence of postoperative delirium.