Saving Lives Podcast: Critical Care w/eddyjoemd

In this episode, Eddy Joe delves into the intensive care management of brain-dead donors, based on a recent article from Intensive Care Medicine. Learn about hemodynamic support, endocrine treatment, and respiratory management strategies to optimize organ procurement. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on improving donor organ viability while maintaining the dignity of the deceased.

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Citation: Gunst J, Souter MJ. Management of the brain-dead donor in the intensive care unit. Intensive Care Med. 2024 Jun;50(6):964-967. doi: 10.1007/s00134-024-07409-4. Epub 2024 Apr 10. PMID: 38598128.

In this episode of the Saving Lives Podcast, we examine a groundbreaking 2017 study comparing vasopressin and norepinephrine for treating vasoplegic shock after cardiac surgery. We explore the study's compelling results, how vasopressin outperformed norepinephrine in reducing severe complications, and the potential implications for clinical practice.

I have written "The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Professionals," a must-read for anyone caring for critically ill patients (check out the reviews)! You have several options to get a physical copy while supporting my endeavors. If you're in the US, you can order ⁠⁠⁠A SIGNED & PERSONALIZED COPY for $29.99⁠⁠⁠ or via ⁠⁠⁠AMAZON⁠⁠⁠ (for orders outside the US). Ebook versions: ⁠⁠⁠AMAZON KINDLE for $9.9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠9⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠APPLE BOOKS⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠GOOGLE PLAY⁠⁠⁠. 

¡Excelentes noticias! Mi libro ha sido traducido al español y las versiones electrónicas están disponibles para su compra for solo $9.99 en ⁠⁠⁠AMAZON KINDLE⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠APPLE BOOKS⁠⁠⁠ y ⁠⁠⁠GOOGLE PLAY⁠⁠⁠. When you use these affiliate links, I earn an additional commission at no extra cost to you, which is a great way to support my work.

In this episode of the Saving Lives Podcast, we discuss the comprehensive review of frailty assessment tools in critically ill older adults. Learn about the Clinical Frailty Scale and how these tools can influence clinical practice and patient outcomes. Tune in for insights on improving care for the elderly in ICU settings.

The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook

I have written "The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Professionals," a must-read for anyone caring for critically ill patients (check out the reviews)! You have several options to get a physical copy while supporting my endeavors. If you're in the US, you can order ⁠⁠A SIGNED & PERSONALIZED COPY for $29.99⁠⁠ or via ⁠⁠AMAZON⁠⁠ (for orders outside the US). Ebook versions: ⁠⁠AMAZON KINDLE for $9.9⁠⁠⁠⁠9⁠⁠. ⁠⁠APPLE BOOKS⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠GOOGLE PLAY⁠⁠. 

¡Excelentes noticias! Mi libro ha sido traducido al español y las versiones electrónicas están disponibles para su compra for solo $9.99 en ⁠⁠AMAZON KINDLE⁠⁠, ⁠⁠APPLE BOOKS⁠⁠ y ⁠⁠GOOGLE PLAY⁠⁠. When you use these affiliate links, I earn an additional commission at no extra cost to you, which is a great way to support my work.

CITATION:

Moïsi L, Mino JC, Guidet B, Vallet H. Frailty assessment in critically ill older adults: a narrative review. Ann Intensive Care. 2024 Jun 18;14(1):93. doi: 10.1186/s13613-024-01315-0. PMID: 38888743.

The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook

I have written "The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Professionals," a must-read for anyone caring for critically ill patients (check out the reviews)! You have several options to get a physical copy while supporting my endeavors. If you're in the US, you can order ⁠A SIGNED & PERSONALIZED COPY for $29.99⁠ or via ⁠AMAZON⁠ (for orders outside the US). Ebook versions: ⁠AMAZON KINDLE for $9.9⁠⁠9⁠. ⁠APPLE BOOKS⁠ and ⁠GOOGLE PLAY⁠. 

¡Excelentes noticias! Mi libro ha sido traducido al español y las versiones electrónicas están disponibles para su compra for solo $9.99 en ⁠AMAZON KINDLE⁠, ⁠APPLE BOOKS⁠ y ⁠GOOGLE PLAY⁠. When you use these affiliate links, I earn an additional commission at no extra cost to you, which is a great way to support my work.

Citation: Choi HR, Ho MH, Lin CC. Navigating tensions when life-sustaining treatment is withdrawn: A thematic synthesis of nurses' and physicians' experiences. J Clin Nurs. 2024 Jun;33(6):2337-2356. doi: 10.1111/jocn.17059. Epub 2024 Feb 7. PMID: 38323726.

What are the outcomes in patients who suffer in-hospital cardiac arrest based on the duration of the code? This podcast episode covers a retrospective cohort study that analyzed this.

The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook

I have written "The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Professionals," a must-read for anyone caring for critically ill patients (check out the reviews)! You have several options to get a physical copy while supporting my endeavors. If you're in the US, you can order A SIGNED & PERSONALIZED COPY for $29.99 or via AMAZON (for orders outside the US). 
Ebook versions: AMAZON KINDLE for $9.99. APPLE BOOKS and GOOGLE PLAY. 
¡Excelentes noticias! Mi libro ha sido traducido al español y las versiones electrónicas están disponibles para su compra for solo $9.99 en AMAZON KINDLE, APPLE BOOKS y GOOGLE PLAY.
When you use these affiliate links, I earn an additional commission at no extra cost to you, which is a great way to support my work.

Citation: Okubo M, Komukai S, Andersen LW, Berg RA, Kurz MC, Morrison LJ, Callaway CW; American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines—Resuscitation Investigators. Duration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and outcomes for adults with in-hospital cardiac arrest: retrospective cohort study. BMJ. 2024 Feb 7;384:e076019. doi: 10.1136/bmj-2023-076019. Erratum in: BMJ. 2024 Apr 18;385:q900. PMID: 38325874; PMCID: PMC10847985.

In this episode of The Saving Lives Podcast, we delve into the intricate subject of advance directives in the intensive care setting. Titled "Deciphering the Complex World of Advance Directives in ICU Care: Challenges and Solutions," the episode explores the historical background, implementation challenges, and the impact of advance directives on patient care within ICUs. Let's highlight the practical difficulties healthcare professionals face in honoring patients' wishes and the varied effectiveness of advance directives across different regions. This episode aims to shed light on the importance of advance directives in ensuring patient autonomy and improving the quality of end-of-life care in critical settings.

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Citation: Baumann SM, Kruse NJ, Kliem PSC, Amacher SA, Hunziker S, Dittrich TD, Renetseder F, Grzonka P, Sutter R. Translation of patients' advance directives in intensive care units: are we there yet? J Intensive Care. 2023 Nov 15;11(1):53. doi: 10.1186/s40560-023-00705-z. PMID: 37968692; PMCID: PMC10648602.

In this episode of The Saving Lives Podcast, we explore the innovative MitraClip system, a less invasive treatment for mitral regurgitation. The discussion covers the device's evolution, its impact on patient outcomes, and the challenges and complications associated with its use.

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Citation: Schnitzler K, Hell M, Geyer M, Kreidel F, Münzel T, von Bardeleben RS. Complications Following MitraClip Implantation. Curr Cardiol Rep. 2021 Aug 13;23(9):131. doi: 10.1007/s11886-021-01553-9. PMID: 34387748; PMCID: PMC8363549.

In this episode of The Saving Lives Podcast, we delve into the compelling findings of a recent review on the adverse effects of physical restraint use in ICUs. We discuss the paradoxical nature of restraints, designed for patient safety but linked to significant complications, including skin injuries, delirium, PTSD, and more. Understanding the limitations of our current system, we explore how this research urges a shift towards more compassionate, patient-centered care and the critical need for alternative practices.

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Citation: Sebastian Berger, Pascale Grzonka, Simon A. Amacher, Sabina Hunziker, Anja I. Frei, Raoul Sutter, Adverse events related to physical restraint use in intensive care units: A review of the literature, Journal of Intensive Medicine, 2023,ISSN 2667-100X,

In this episode of The Saving Lives Podcast, we dive into a compelling study from the Annals of Intensive Care, exploring the prevalence and impact of hyperdynamic left ventricular systolic function in septic patients. Unpacking the findings, we discuss how this condition influences mortality rates and what it means for clinical practice in intensive care units.

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Citation: Sato R, Sanfilippo F, Hasegawa D, Prasitlumkum N, Duggal A, Dugar S. Prevalence and prognosis of hyperdynamic left ventricular systolic function in septic patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Ann Intensive Care. 2024 Feb 3;14(1):22. doi: 10.1186/s13613-024-01255-9. PMID: 38308701.