Early hemodynamic resuscitation in septic shock: understanding and modifying oxygen delivery

In a previous issue of Critical Care, researchers have focused on the venous-to-arterial carbon dioxide difference (Pv-aCO2) as a surrogate marker for systemic perfusion in patients with septic shock. Although the complex mechanisms responsible for an increased Pv-aCO2 in septic shock need to be fur...

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Published in:Critical care (London, England) England), 2014-02, Vol.18 (2), p.111-111, Article 111
Main Authors: van Beest, Paul A, Spronk, Peter E
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Care and treatment
Comprehension
Hemodynamics - physiology
Humans
Oxygen - administration & dosage
Oxygen Consumption - physiology
Resuscitation - methods
Septic shock
Shock, Septic - physiopathology
Shock, Septic - therapy
Time Factors
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Summary:In a previous issue of Critical Care, researchers have focused on the venous-to-arterial carbon dioxide difference (Pv-aCO2) as a surrogate marker for systemic perfusion in patients with septic shock. Although the complex mechanisms responsible for an increased Pv-aCO2 in septic shock need to be further unraveled, the potential prognostic value of Pv-aCO2 seems clinically relevant and useful in daily practice in view of its easy availability.
ISSN:1364-8535
1466-609X
1364-8535
DOI:10.1186/cc13732