Tag: critical care

Cambridge researchers identify three distinct severe pneumonia subtypes, opening path to personalised treatment

University of Cambridge researchers have identified three distinct subtypes of severe pneumonia, each associated with different intensive care outcomes. The…

Hamilton Medical Updates Safety Instructions for Breathing Circuit Sets After FDA Alert

The FDA has issued a correction notice for Hamilton Medical breathing circuit sets, requiring updated use instructions to prevent obstruction…

Five-year survival gap persists after septic shock discharge, study finds

A study of 24,566 ICU patients across Australia and New Zealand found that survivors of septic shock face persistently elevated…

Early Vasopressors Versus Fluid Resuscitation in Septic Shock: Major Trial Challenges Standard Practice

Landmark NEJM trial shows early vasopressor therapy is as effective as aggressive fluid resuscitation in septic shock patients. Results challenge…

Sodium Bicarbonate Shows No Mortality Benefit for Critically Ill Adults in Largest Trial to Date

Largest trial to date finds sodium bicarbonate therapy does not reduce mortality in critically ill adults with metabolic acidosis and…