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Prevalence and clinical features of maternal sepsis in the Intensive Care Unit of a tertiary care center

Ania Cecilia Osuna Sanchez, Marco Aurelio Espero Cardenas, Adrian Canizalez-Roman, Jorge Angulo-Rocha, Mario Francisco Barajas-Olivas, Joseph Varon, Joel Murillo-Llanes

Abstract Introduction: According to the World Health Organization (WHO), sepsis is currently the leading cause of mortality and critical…

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The response of furosemide or chlorothiazide in critically ill pediatric patients

Kristine A. Parbuoni, Jill A. Morgan, Cassidy Roussell, Joseph M. LaRochelle

Abstract Introduction/background: Fluid overload is common in critically ill children and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Furosemide…

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Effect of sedation after abdominal surgery in modulating stress response: The impact of dexmedetomidine and midazolam on cortisol level, interleukin 6 (IL-6) level, and blood glucose level

Agnes Minarni, Amir S. Madjid, Indro Mulyono

Abstract Objective: This study compared the effects of dexmedetomidine and midazolam on stress response markers such as interleukin 6…

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Mid-regional proadrenomedullin is a good prognostic marker for patients in the Intensive Care Unit with sepsis

Alaa A. Fahmy, Mervat Mostafa Azab, Ghada Elsayed Amr, Heba M. Matar, Amany Mohyeldin Sediq

Abstract Objectives: In the current study, we aimed to evaluate the prognostic value of measuring C-reactive protein (CRP), procalcitonin…

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Interleukin-6 as an early marker mortality prediction in the first day of pediatric septic shock in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Arina Setyaningtyas, Soetjipto, Anang Endaryanto, Antonius Hocky Pudjiadi

Abstract Introduction: Early identification of infection severity and organ dysfunction is crucial in improving outcomes for patients with sepsis….

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Predictors of mortality and neurological dysfunction in cardiac arrest: A retrospective single centre study

Margarida Cabral, Diana Castro, Maria João Palavras, Flávia Santos, Filipa Sequeira, Luís Pereira, João Morais

Abstract Objective: The aim of this study was to identify the mortality rate of cardiac arrest in our institution…

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The impact of fresh frozen plasma versus fibrinogen concentrates on maternal outcomes in a severe postpartum hemorrhage requiring massive transfusion

Anouar Jarraya, Manel Kammoun, Karim Bouzid, Yesmine Ellouze, Kais Chaabene, Kamel Kolsi

Abstract Objective: Massive transfusions after major postpartum hemorrhage can lead to severe maternal morbidity and mortality. The aim of…

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Stress hyperglycemia ratio and its association with outcomes among patients admitted with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) in Coronary Care Unit: An observational prospective study

Arun K, Jennie Santhanam, Sruthi D, Subramaniyan Kumarasamy, Meenakshi Sundari SN

Abstract Background: Patients with acute myocardial infarction (MI) frequently have elevated blood glucose levels at the time of admission…

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The relationship of severity of inflammation with the incidence of acute kidney injury in septic patients in the intensive care units: Review of C-reactive protein and interleukin-6

Haizah Nurdin, Syafri Kamsul Arif, A. Husni Tanra, Muh. Ramli Ahmad, Made Wiryana, Muh. Nasrum Massi, Haerani Rasyid, Agussalim Bukhari, Ilhamjaya Patellongi

Abstract Objective: To know the relationship between the occurrence of acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients with sepsis concerning…

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Prophylactic low dose furosemide infusion effect on cardiac surgery patients with renal dysfunction: A randomized controlled trial

Prieta Adriane, Jefferson Hidayat, Adhrie Sugiarto, April Retno Susilo

Abstract Objectives: Preoperative renal dysfunction increases the risk of postoperative renal failure and mortality in cardiac surgery patients. Studies…