Introduction (Article introduction authored by ICU Editorial Team) The utilization of corticosteroids in the management of sepsis and septic shock has remained contentious despite extensive examination through randomized controlled trials…
Introduction (Article introduction authored by ICU Editorial Team) Improving sepsis diagnosis in newborns, given their extended life expectancy, is paramount, yet early detection remains a significant challenge. However, a breakthrough…
Introduction (Article introduction authored by ICU Editorial Team) Invasive candidiasis poses a growing global health threat, with rising incidence and high mortality rates despite limited treatment options. Antifungal resistance is…
Introduction (Article introduction authored by ICU Editorial Team) Children and adolescents with severe neurological impairment (SNI) face complex medical challenges, often experiencing severe and recurrent lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs).…
Introduction (Article introduction authored by ICU Editorial Team) Bacterial and fungal infections are prevalent among intensive care unit (ICU) patients, with up to 50% diagnosed at any given time. These…
Introduction (Article introduction authored by ICU Editorial Team) Sepsis, a harmful response to infection, can lead to life-threatening organ dysfunction, with sepsis-associated acute kidney injury (SA-AKI) being the most common…
Introduction (Article introduction authored by ICU Editorial Team) This study retrospectively analyzed the use of Ceftobiprole (CBP), an anti-MRSA cephalosporin, in treating severe infections in critically ill patients with multiple…
Introduction Sepsis-Associated Acute Kidney Injury (SA-AKI) is a critical condition with high morbidity and mortality in intensive care unit patients. Extracorporeal blood purification therapies have been developed for managing sepsis…
Introduction Left ventricular diastolic dysfunction (LVDD) significantly impacts the outcomes of critically ill patients in the intensive care unit. Although LVDD assessment is crucial, treatment options are limited, and there…
Introduction (Article introduction authored by ICU Editorial Team) Difficult-to-treat pulmonary infections caused by multidrug-resistant (MDR) pathogens are a global concern due to increasing incidence and high morbidity/mortality. Nebulized antibiotics are…