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Statlender L, Shochat T, Robinson E, Fishman G, Hellerman-Itzhaki M, Bendavid I, Singer P, Kagan I. Urea to creatinine ratio as a predictor of persistent critical illness. J Crit Care 2024; 83:154834. [PMID: 38781812 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrc.2024.154834] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2024] [Revised: 05/11/2024] [Accepted: 05/13/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Persistent critical illness (PCI) is a syndrome in which the acute presenting problem has been stabilized, but the patient's clinical state does not allow ICU discharge. The burden associated with PCI is substantial. The most obvious marker of PCI is prolonged ICU length of stay (LOS), usually greater than 10 days. Urea to Creatinine ratio (UCr) has been suggested as an early marker of PCI development. METHODS A single-center retrospective study. Data of patients admitted to a general mixed medical-surgical ICU during Jan 1st 2018 till Dec 31st 2022 was extracted, including demographic data, baseline characteristics, daily urea and creatinine results, renal replacement therapy (RRT) provided, and outcome measures - length of stay, and mortality (ICU, and 90 days). Patients were defined as PCI patients if their LOS was >10 days. We used Fisher exact test or Chi-square to compare PCI and non-PCI patients. The association between UCr with PCI development was assessed by repeated measures linear model. Multivariate Cox regression was used for 1 year mortality assessment. RESULTS 2098 patients were included in the analysis. Patients who suffered from PCI were older, with higher admission prognostic scores. Their 90-day mortality was significantly higher than non-PCI patients (34.58% vs 12.18%, p < 0.0001). A significant difference in UCr was found only on the first admission day among all patients. This was not found when examining separately surgical, trauma, or transplantation patients. We did not find a difference in UCr in different KDIGO (Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes) stages. Elevated UCr and PCI were found to be significantly associated with 1 year mortality. CONCLUSION In this single center retrospective cohort study, UCr was not found to be associated with PCI development.
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- Liran Statlender
- Department of General Intensive Care, Rabin Medical Centre, Beilinson Hospital, Petah Tikva, Israel; School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.
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- Statistical Consulting Unit, Rabin Medical Centre, Petah Tikva, Israel
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- Department of General Intensive Care, Rabin Medical Centre, Beilinson Hospital, Petah Tikva, Israel; School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of General Intensive Care, Rabin Medical Centre, Beilinson Hospital, Petah Tikva, Israel; School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of General Intensive Care, Rabin Medical Centre, Beilinson Hospital, Petah Tikva, Israel; Institute for Nutrition Research, Felsenstein Medical Research Centre, Petah Tikva, Israel; School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of General Intensive Care, Rabin Medical Centre, Beilinson Hospital, Petah Tikva, Israel; School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of General Intensive Care, Rabin Medical Centre, Beilinson Hospital, Petah Tikva, Israel; Institute for Nutrition Research, Felsenstein Medical Research Centre, Petah Tikva, Israel; School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of General Intensive Care, Rabin Medical Centre, Beilinson Hospital, Petah Tikva, Israel; Institute for Nutrition Research, Felsenstein Medical Research Centre, Petah Tikva, Israel; School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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Xu Q, Tan J, Wang Y, Tang M. Theory-based and evidence-based nursing interventions for the prevention of ICU-acquired weakness in the intensive care unit: A systematic review. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0308291. [PMID: 39269947 PMCID: PMC11398680 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0308291] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 07/21/2024] [Indexed: 09/15/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES To synthesise and map the evidence of a theory- and evidence-based nursing intervention for the prevention of ICU-acquired weakness and evaluate its effectiveness in terms of the incidence of ICU-acquired weakness, incidence of delirium, and length of hospital stay. METHODS We searched PubMed, CINAHL, MEDLINE, Academic Search Complete, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science and the Cochrane Library from database inception to November 2023. The eligible studies focused on critically ill patients in the intensive care unit, used a theory- and evidence-based nursing intervention, and reported the incidence of ICU-acquired weakness and/or used the Medical Research Council Scale. The methodological quality of the included studies was critically appraised by two authors using the appropriate Joanna Briggs Institute appraisal tool for randomised controlled trials, quasi-experimental studies, and cohort studies. Additionally, the weighted kappa coefficient was used to assess inter-rater agreement of the quality assessment. Data were reported using a narrative synthesis. This systematic review was registered by the International Prospective Register of Systematic Review (PROSPERO; CRD42023477011). RESULTS A total of 5162 studies were initially retrieved, and 9 studies were eventually included after screening. This systematic review revealed that preventive nursing interventions for ICU-acquired weakness mainly include (a) physiotherapy, including neuromuscular electrical stimulation and early rehabilitation, and (b) nutritional support. In addition, (c) airway management, (d) sedation and analgesia management, (e) complication prevention (delirium, stress injury and deep vein thrombosis prevention), and (f) psychological care were also provided. The theories are dominated by goal-oriented theories, and the evidence is mainly the ABCDE bundle in the included studies. The results show that theory- or evidence-based nursing interventions are effective in reducing the incidence of ICU-acquired weakness (or improving the Medical Research Council Scale scores), decreasing the incidence of delirium, shortening the length of hospital stay, and improving patients' self-care and quality of life. CONCLUSION Theory- and evidence-based nursing interventions have good results in preventing ICU-acquired weakness in critically ill patients. Current nursing interventions favour a combination of multiple interventions rather than just a single intervention. Therefore, preventive measures for ICU-acquired weakness should be viewed as complex interventions and should be based on theory or evidence. This systematic review is based on a small number of trials. Thus, more high-quality randomised controlled trials are needed to draw definitive conclusions about the impact of theory- and evidence-based nursing interventions on the prevention of ICU-acquired weakness.
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- Qin Xu
- Department of Nursing, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Nursing, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Nursing, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Nursing, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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Oshima T, Hatakeyama J. Nutritional therapy for the prevention of post-intensive care syndrome. J Intensive Care 2024; 12:29. [PMID: 39075627 DOI: 10.1186/s40560-024-00734-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 07/31/2024] Open
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Post-intensive care syndrome (PICS) is a triad of physical, cognitive, and mental impairments that occur during or following the intensive care unit (ICU) stay, affecting the long-term prognosis of the patient and also the mental health of the patient's family. While the severity and duration of the systemic inflammation are associated with the occurrence of ICU-acquired weakness (ICU-AW), malnutrition and immobility during the treatment can exacerbate the symptoms. The goal of nutrition therapy in critically ill patients is to provide an adequate amount of energy and protein while addressing specific nutrient deficiencies to survive the inflammatory response and promote recovery from organ dysfunctions. Feeding strategy to prevent ICU-AW and PICS as nutrition therapy involves administering sufficient amounts of amino acids or proteins later in the acute phase after the hyperacute phase has passed, with specific attention to avoid energy overfeeding. Physiotherapy can also help mitigate muscle loss and subsequent physical impairment. However, many questions remain to be answered regarding the potential role and methods of nutrition therapy in association with ICU-AW and PICS, and further research is warranted.
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- Taku Oshima
- Institute for Advanced Academic Research, Chiba University, 1-33 Yayoi-Cho, Inage-Ku, Chiba-Shi, Chiba, 263-8522, Japan.
- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, Chiba University Graduate School of Medicine, 1-8-1 Inohana, Chuo-Ku, Chiba City, Chiba, 260-8677, Japan.
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, 2-7, Daigaku-machi, Takatsuki, Osaka, 569-8686, Japan
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Le Stang V, Latronico N, Dres M, Bertoni M. Critical illness-associated limb and diaphragmatic weakness. Curr Opin Crit Care 2024; 30:121-130. [PMID: 38441088 PMCID: PMC10919276 DOI: 10.1097/mcc.0000000000001135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/09/2024]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW In the current review, we aim to highlight the evolving evidence on the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of critical illness weakness (CIW) and critical illness associated diaphragmatic weakness (CIDW). RECENT FINDINGS In the ICU, several risk factors can lead to CIW and CIDW. Recent evidence suggests that they have different pathophysiological mechanisms and impact on outcomes, although they share common risk factors and may overlap in several patients. Their diagnosis is challenging, because CIW diagnosis is primarily clinical and, therefore, difficult to obtain in the ICU population, and CIDW diagnosis is complex and not easily performed at the bedside. All of these issues lead to underdiagnosis of CIW and CIDW, which significantly increases the risk of complications and the impact on both short and long term outcomes. Moreover, recent studies have explored promising diagnostic techniques that are may be easily implemented in daily clinical practice. In addition, this review summarizes the latest research aimed at improving how to prevent and treat CIW and CIDW. SUMMARY This review aims to clarify some uncertain aspects and provide helpful information on developing monitoring techniques and therapeutic interventions for managing CIW and CIDW.
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- Valentine Le Stang
- Sorbonne Université, INSERM, UMRS1158 Neurophysiologie respiratoire expérimentale et clinique
- AP-HP. Sorbonne Université, Hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, Service de Médecine Intensive –Réanimation (Département ‘R3S’), Paris, France
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences and Public Health, University of Brescia
- Department of Emergency, ASST Spedali Civili University Hospital, Piazzale Ospedali Civili, 1, 25123 Brescia, Italy
- ‘Alessandra BONO’ Interdepartmental University Research Center on LOng Term Outcome (LOTO) in Critical Illness Survivors, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Sorbonne Université, INSERM, UMRS1158 Neurophysiologie respiratoire expérimentale et clinique
- AP-HP. Sorbonne Université, Hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière, Service de Médecine Intensive –Réanimation (Département ‘R3S’), Paris, France
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Radiological Sciences and Public Health, University of Brescia
- Department of Emergency, ASST Spedali Civili University Hospital, Piazzale Ospedali Civili, 1, 25123 Brescia, Italy
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Blaauw R, Calder PC, Martindale RG, Berger MM. Combining proteins with n-3 PUFAs (EPA + DHA) and their inflammation pro-resolution mediators for preservation of skeletal muscle mass. Crit Care 2024; 28:38. [PMID: 38302945 PMCID: PMC10835849 DOI: 10.1186/s13054-024-04803-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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The optimal feeding strategy for critically ill patients is still debated, but feeding must be adapted to individual patient needs. Critically ill patients are at risk of muscle catabolism, leading to loss of muscle mass and its consequent clinical impacts. Timing of introduction of feeding and protein targets have been explored in recent trials. These suggest that "moderate" protein provision (maximum 1.2 g/kg/day) is best during the initial stages of illness. Unresolved inflammation may be a key factor in driving muscle catabolism. The omega-3 (n-3) fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are substrates for synthesis of mediators termed specialized pro-resolving mediators or SPMs that actively resolve inflammation. There is evidence from other settings that high-dose oral EPA + DHA increases muscle protein synthesis, decreases muscle protein breakdown, and maintains muscle mass. SPMs may be responsible for some of these effects, especially upon muscle protein breakdown. Given these findings, provision of EPA and DHA as part of medical nutritional therapy in critically ill patients at risk of loss of muscle mass seems to be a strategy to prevent the persistence of inflammation and the related anabolic resistance and muscle loss.
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- Renée Blaauw
- Division of Human Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK
- NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Southampton, UK
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- Faculty of Biology and Medicine, Lausanne University, Lausanne, Switzerland.
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Xu C, Yang F, Wang Q, Gao W. Effect of neuromuscular electrical stimulation in critically ill adults with mechanical ventilation: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. BMC Pulm Med 2024; 24:56. [PMID: 38273243 PMCID: PMC10811936 DOI: 10.1186/s12890-024-02854-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) is widely used as a rehabilitation methods to restore muscle mass and function in prolonged immobilization individuals. However, its effect in mechanically ventilated patients to improve clinical outcomes remains unclear. METHODS A comprehensive search was conducted using PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, PEDro, and the Cochrane Library from their inception until December 24th, 2023. The search targeted randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing NMES with physical therapy (PT) or usual ICU care (CG), for improving clinical outcomes in mechanically ventilated patients. We performed a network meta-analysis utilizing Stata version 14.0 and R 4.3.1. RESULTS We included 23 RCTs comprising 1312 mechanically ventilated adults. The treatments analyzed were NMES, PT, NMES combined with PT (NMES+PT), and CG. Network meta-analyses revealed that NMES or NMES+PT significantly improved extubation success rate compared to CG, with ORs of 1.85 (95% CI: 1.11, 3.08) and 5.89 (95% CI: 1.77, 19.65), respectively. Additionally, NMES exhibited a slight decrease in extubation success rate compared with NMES+PT, with OR of 0.31 (95% CI: 0.11, 0.93). Nevertheless, neither NMES nor NMES+PT showed any significant improvement in ICU length of stay (LOS), ventilation duration, or mortality when compared with PT or CG. NMES+PT emerged as the most effective strategy for all considered clinical outcomes according to the ranking probabilities. The evidence quality ranged from "low" to "very low" in this network meta-analysis. CONCLUSIONS NMES appears to be a straightforward and safe modality for critically ill, mechanically ventilated patients. When combined with PT, it significantly improved the extubation success rate against standard ICU care and NMES alone, and showed a better ranking over PT or NMES alone for clinical outcomes. Therefore, NMES combined with PT may be a superior rehabilitation strategy for this patient group.
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- Cuiping Xu
- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, China Rehabilitation Research Center, Rehabilitation School of Capital Medical University, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, China Rehabilitation Research Center, Rehabilitation School of Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, China Rehabilitation Research Center, Rehabilitation School of Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, China Rehabilitation Research Center, Rehabilitation School of Capital Medical University, Beijing, China.
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Nakanishi N, Yoshihiro S, Kawamura Y, Aikawa G, Shida H, Shimizu M, Fujinami Y, Matsuoka A, Watanabe S, Taito S, Inoue S. Effect of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Patients With Critical Illness: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Crit Care Med 2023; 51:1386-1396. [PMID: 37232695 DOI: 10.1097/ccm.0000000000005941] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) is used in the rehabilitation of patients with critical illness. However, it is unclear whether NMES prevents ICU-acquired weakness (ICU-AW). For this purpose, we conducted an updated systematic review and meta-analysis. DATA SOURCES We searched the MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, and Igaku Chuo Zasshi databases from April 2019 to November 2022 to identify new randomized controlled trials to the previous meta-analysis. STUDY SELECTION We systematically searched the literature for all randomized controlled trials on the effect of NMES in patients with critical illness. DATA EXTRACTION Two authors independently selected the studies and extracted data. They calculated the pooled effect estimates associated with the occurrence of ICU-AW and adverse events as primary outcomes and muscle mass change, muscle strength, length of ICU stay, mortality, and quality of life as secondary outcomes. The certainty of evidence was assessed using the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation approach. DATA SYNTHESIS Overall, eight studies were added to the previous 10 studies. Evidence suggests that the use of NMES reduces the occurrence of ICU-AW (six trials; risk ratio [RR], 0.48; 95% CI, 0.32-0.72); however, NMES may have little to no effect on pricking sensation in patients (eight trials; RR, 6.87; 95% CI, 0.84-56.50). NMES is likely to reduce the change in muscle mass (four trials; mean difference, -10.01; 95% CI, -15.54 to -4.48) and may increase muscle strength (six trials; standardized mean difference, 0.43; 95% CI, 0.19-0.68). Further, NMES may result in little to no difference in the length of ICU stay, and the evidence is uncertain about the effect on mortality and quality of life. CONCLUSIONS This updated meta-analysis revealed that the use of NMES may result in a lower occurrence of ICU-AW in patients with critical illness, but its use may have little to no effect on pricking sensation in patients.
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- Nobuto Nakanishi
- Department of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Kobe University, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacy, Onomichi General Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Showa General Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Nursing, University of Tsukuba Hospital, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Office of Medical Informatics and Epidemiology, Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Intensive Care Unit, Ryokusen-kai Yonemori Hospital, Kagoshima, Japan
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, Saga University, Saga, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Gifu University of Health Science, Gifu, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Practice and Support, Hiroshima University Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Kobe University, Hyogo, Japan
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van der Slikke EC, Beumeler LFE, Holmqvist M, Linder A, Mankowski RT, Bouma HR. Understanding Post-Sepsis Syndrome: How Can Clinicians Help? Infect Drug Resist 2023; 16:6493-6511. [PMID: 37795206 PMCID: PMC10546999 DOI: 10.2147/idr.s390947] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2023] [Accepted: 09/21/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023] Open
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Sepsis is a global health challenge, with over 49 million cases annually. Recent medical advancements have increased in-hospital survival rates to approximately 80%, but the escalating incidence of sepsis, owing to an ageing population, rise in chronic diseases, and antibiotic resistance, have also increased the number of sepsis survivors. Subsequently, there is a growing prevalence of "post-sepsis syndrome" (PSS). This syndrome includes long-term physical, medical, cognitive, and psychological issues after recovering from sepsis. PSS puts survivors at risk for hospital readmission and is associated with a reduction in health- and life span, both at short and long term, after hospital discharge. Comprehensive understanding of PSS symptoms and causative factors is vital for developing optimal care for sepsis survivors, a task of prime importance for clinicians. This review aims to elucidate our current knowledge of PSS and its relevance in enhancing post-sepsis care provided by clinicians.
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- Elisabeth C van der Slikke
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, 9713GZ, the Netherlands
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- Department of Intensive Care, Medical Centre Leeuwarden, Leeuwarden, 8934AD, the Netherlands
- Department of Sustainable Health, Campus Fryslân, University of Groningen, Groningen, 8911 CE, the Netherlands
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- Department of Infection Medicine, Skåne University Hospital Lund, Lund, 221 84, Sweden
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- Department of Infection Medicine, Skåne University Hospital Lund, Lund, 221 84, Sweden
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- Department of Physiology and Aging, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, 32610, USA
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, 9713GZ, the Netherlands
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, 9713GZ, the Netherlands
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Ruiz-Santana S, Hernández-Socorro CR. Novel Tools to Assess Muscle Sarcopenic Process in ICU Patients: Are They Worthwhile? J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12103473. [PMID: 37240579 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12103473] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Revised: 05/08/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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Critical illness induces hypercatabolic response with severe loss of lean body mass, this being a key symptom in patients with prolonged ICU stay and is associated with acquired muscle weakness, long-term mechanical ventilation, fatigue, delayed recovery, and poor quality of life after ICU stay [...].
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- Sergio Ruiz-Santana
- ICU, Hospital Universitario de Gran Canaria Dr. Negrín, 35010 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 35016 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
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- Radiology Department, Hospital Universitario de Gran Canaria Dr. Negrín, 35010 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
- Department of Clinical Sciences, University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 35016 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
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Castelli L, Iacovelli C, Fusco A, Amoruso V, Cuccagna C, Loreti C, Giovannini S, Padua L. The Role of Technological Rehabilitation in Patients with Intensive Care Unit Weakness: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12072612. [PMID: 37048695 PMCID: PMC10095108 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12072612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2023] [Revised: 03/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023] Open
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Intensive-Care-Unit-Acquired Weakness (ICU-AW) is the most common neuromuscular impairment in critically ill patients and can have a significant impact on long-term disability. Early rehabilitation has been suggested to facilitate the natural recovery process. This is a pilot, randomized, single-blind study that aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of intensive combined technological rehabilitation treatment including focal muscle vibration and non-immersive virtual reality for patients with severe acquired brain injury (sABI) and ICU-AW. Twenty-four patients were randomized into the conventional group, which performed only conventional rehabilitation, and the experimental group, which also performed technological treatment. At baseline and after 3 weeks of treatment, assessments of motor function, autonomy, disability and quality of life were conducted. At the end of the intervention, both groups showed significant improvements. However, patients in the experimental group achieved greater improvements in disability (p = 0.001) and quality of life (p = 0.001). The results show that intensive structured rehabilitation is effective in improving the motor function, disability and quality of life of patients with severe acquired brain injury and acquired weakness. The combination of non-immersive virtual reality training and focal muscle vibration can result in a significant improvement in overall disability and quality of life compared with conventional treatment alone.
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- Letizia Castelli
- UOC Neuroriabilitazione ad Alta Intensità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Emergency, Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- UOC Neuroriabilitazione ad Alta Intensità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Geriatrics and Orthopaedics, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- UOC Neuroriabilitazione ad Alta Intensità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Emergency, Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Geriatrics and Orthopaedics, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy
- UOS Riabilitazione Post-Acuzie, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-(0)-6-3015-4382
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- UOC Neuroriabilitazione ad Alta Intensità, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
- Department of Geriatrics and Orthopaedics, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy
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Exercise and nutrition in critically ill patients-What is the correct formula? Heart Lung 2023; 58:236-237. [PMID: 36702716 DOI: 10.1016/j.hrtlng.2022.12.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2022] [Accepted: 12/22/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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