Revista Brasileira de terapia intensiva
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Rev Bras Ter Intensiva · Sep 2011
Hemodynamic and perfusion variables during experimental septic shock treated with goal-directed fluid resuscitation.
Although fluid resuscitation guided by central venous oxygen saturation (SvcO2) is currently considered the gold standard in sepsis therapy, few studies have described hemodynamic and perfusion parameters during this procedure. This study aims to describe these parameters during septic shock without resuscitation and after 12 hours of goal-directed resuscitation. ⋯ Non-resuscitated sepsis showed a hemodynamic profile suggesting hypovolemia, with worsened perfusion and hemodynamics, which is reversed upon fluid resuscitation. Goal-directed resuscitation is associated with significantly improved hemodynamic and perfusion parameters.
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Rev Bras Ter Intensiva · Sep 2011
Near-infrared spectroscopy for monitoring peripheral tissue perfusion in critically ill patients.
Near infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) is a non-invasive technique that allows determination of tissue oxygenation based on spectro-photometric quantitation of oxy- and deoxyhemoglobin within a tissue. This technique has gained acceptance as a tool to monitor peripheral tissue perfusion in critically ill patient. NIRS principle is based on the use of near-infrared electromagnetic waves for qualitative and quantitative assessments of molecular factors related to tissue oxygenation. ⋯ Information regarding muscle oxygen saturation, muscle oxygen consumption and regional blood flow can therefore be obtained. Clinical applications of NIRS include peripheral oxygenation monitoring during resuscitation of trauma and septic shock as well as the assessment of regional microcirculatory disorders. This review provides a brief discussion of NIRS basic principles and main clinical uses of this technique, with a specific focus on studies that assess the usefulness of NIRS in intensive care and emergency patients.
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Rev Bras Ter Intensiva · Jun 2011
Ultrasound-guided central venous catheterization: what is the evidence?
In recent years, international health quality assurance organizations have been recommending ultrasound guidance for central venous punctures. This article reviews the evidence behind these recommendations. The MEDLINE, PubMed and SCIELO databases were searched for the following MeSH terms: central venous access, ultrasonography, and adults. ⋯ In a British cost-effectiveness study, ultrasound use lead to resource savings for different sites of venous puncture. There is strong evidence for ultrasound benefit for internal jugular vein puncture. Although the method appears attractive for the other sites, the data are not sufficient to support any recommendation.
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Rev Bras Ter Intensiva · Jun 2011
Lack of accuracy of ventilatory indexes in predicting extubation success in children submitted to mechanical ventilation.
Between 10% and 20% of children submitted to mechanical ventilation in the pediatric intensive care unit present extubation failure. Several ventilatory indexes have been proposed to predict extubation failure. The aim of this study was to analyze the accuracy of these indices in predicting successful extubation in children and to evaluate these variables according to the age of the patient and the specific disease. ⋯ The indexes for predicting extubation success in children submitted to mechanical ventilation are not accurate; they vary widely depending on age, main disease and other clinical aspects. New formulas including clinical variables should be developed for better prediction of extubation success in children submitted to mechanical ventilation.
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Rev Bras Ter Intensiva · Jun 2011
Impact of the adequacy of energy intake on intensive care unit mortality in patients receiving enteral nutrition.
To investigate the relationship between adequacy of energy intake and intensive care unit mortality in patients receiving exclusive enteral nutrition therapy. ⋯ In our study, adequacy of energy intake did not affect intensive care unit mortality. Carefully followed enteral nutrition protocols, resulting in an administered/prescribed ratio above 70%, are apparently not sufficient to impact the mortality rates in the intensive care unit. Therefore, it may not be necessary to achieve 100% of the targeted energy, considering the high frequency of enteral feeding interruptions due to gastrointestinal intolerance and fasting for tests and procedures. Additional research is needed to identify the optimal energy intake for improved outcomes and reduced costs.