Critical Care

More oxygen, less heart recovery in VA-ECMO? The paradox

Maintaining high oxygen levels in VA-ECMO patients may impair myocardial recovery, challenging current practices that often target supranormal arterial oxygen partial pressures.

Non-drug strategies for post-op delirium after cardiac surgery

Multicomponent non-pharmacological interventions reduce post-operative delirium incidence and severity in cardiac surgery patients.

Earthquake Aftermath: Clinical Priorities for GPs and Specialists

Immediate clinical priorities following an earthquake include crush injury management, infection prevention, and mental health support for survivors.

Emergency Physician Burnout: A Systemic Crisis with Patient Impact

Emergency physicians face escalating burnout, impacting patient safety, diagnostic accuracy, and treatment efficacy, necessitating urgent systemic interventions.

Airway Management: Protocols Under Review for OHCA and ILD

New protocols are examining ventilation strategies for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and interstitial lung disease, with current best practices unclear.

Nausea, Jaundice in Burn Patients: Early Cholestasis Recognition Critical

Nausea and jaundice in burn patients may indicate cholestasis, a serious complication requiring prompt diagnosis and management to prevent further morbidity.

Oxygen Titration Protocol Reduces Severe Hyperoxemia in ED

A structured oxygen titration protocol in the emergency department significantly reduced the incidence of severe hyperoxemia, improving patient outcomes.

Hydrofluoric Acid Burns: Missed Diagnoses Lead to Delayed Treatment

Hydrofluoric acid burns are frequently misdiagnosed due to non-specific initial symptoms, delaying critical calcium gluconate therapy and increasing morbidity.

AI Enhances Oxygen Therapy Titration, Reduces Hypoxia Duration

Artificial intelligence algorithms are demonstrating efficacy in automating oxygen therapy titration, potentially reducing episodes of hypoxia and hyperoxia.