Sepsis With Atrial Fibrillation: Effect of Phenylephrine vs Norepinephrine on Heart Rate
In patients with sepsis and atrial fibrillation, how does treatment with phenylephrine vs norepinephrine affect heart rate?
In patients with sepsis and atrial fibrillation, how does treatment with phenylephrine vs norepinephrine affect heart rate?
Researchers compared clinical characteristics and outcomes among patients hospitalized with sepsis who were positive vs negative for COVID-19 infection.
The EPIC-PEDS study will include approximately 140 patients less than 18 years of age with a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 who are at risk of progression to severe disease.
Can an EHR-based sepsis early warning system involving pharmacists and providers improve antibiotic administration in the ED and sepsis-related outcomes?
Can peripheral oxygen saturation levels be used instead of arterial blood gas analysis to calculate SOFA scores in patients with suspected sepsis?
To what extent does hospital fluid culture influence the mortality rates of patients with severe sepsis and septic shock?
A meta-analysis of 10 RCTs showed the use of IV vitamin D for sepsis is promising, but further research is needed.
Among patients with no known prior CVD, modestly elevated troponin I levels during sepsis have been associated with an increased risk for experiencing adverse CV events.
Sepsis and septic shock are common oncologic emergencies that require vigilant, timely diagnosis and intervention. Timely and effective detection and treatment of these conditions are key to patient survival.
In patients with septic shock, treatment with IV vitamin C, hydrocortisone, and thiamine does not lead to more rapid resolution compared with IV hydrocortisone alone.