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Critical Care Medicine E-Book

Critical Care Medicine E-Book

Joseph E. Parrillo | R. Phillip Dellinger

(2013)

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Abstract

Here’s the most clinically oriented critical care text focusing on the adult patient. In full-color and superbly illustrated with clinical photographs, imaging studies, and management algorithms, and with a broad multidisciplinary focus, this text will help you enhance your skills at any level of training.

  • Stands alone as a clinically oriented comprehensive reference.
  • Completely updated and authorship expanded to reflect the evolution in critical care practice.
  • In color for the first time, with new color schematics and treatment algorithms for greater ease of reference.
  • Utilizes key points lists at the end of chapter, to help you make decisions rapidly and easily.
  • Delivers key references that list other useful resources for information.
  • Learn from the best ICU specialists worldwide with contributions from an increased number of international authorities.
  • Effectively manage common complications in the ICU with updated coverage of severe sepsis, septic shock, surgical infections, neurogenic and anaphylactic shock, severe heart failure, acute coronary syndromes, and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome.
  • Access the complete contents online at Expert Consult, along with an image bank and instructional videos!

Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
Front Cover cover
Expert Consult ad IFC1
Critical Care Medicine, 4/e i
Copyright Page iv
Dedication v
Contributors vii
Preface xiii
Table Of Contents xv
Video Contents xix
Second Half title page xxi
1 Critical Care Procedures, Monitoring, and Pharmacology 1
1 Cardiac Arrest and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 3
Chapter Outline 3
Epidemiology and General Principles 3
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Advanced Cardiac Life Support 3
Chest Compressions 4
Defibrillation 4
Rescue Breathing 4
Advanced Cardiac Life Support 5
Postresuscitation Care 5
General Approach 5
Critical Care Support 7
Cardiac Catheterization 7
Therapeutic Hypothermia 7
Neurologic Prognostication 9
Selected References 10
References 10.e1
2 Airway Management in the Critically Ill Adult 11
Chapter Outline 11
Structure and Function of the Normal Airway 11
The Nose 11
The Oral Cavity 12
The Pharynx 12
The Larynx 12
The Tracheobronchial Tree 12
Overview of Airway Function 13
Assessing Adequacy of the Airway 13
Patency 13
Protective Reflexes 13
Inspired Oxygen Concentration 13
Respiratory Drive 14
Management of the Airway 14
Providing an Adequate Inspired Oxygen Concentration 14
Establishing a Patent and Secure Airway 14
Airway Maneuvers 14
Positioning for Airway Management 14
Clearing the Airway 14
Triple Airway Maneuver 15
Artificial Airways 15
Advanced Airway Adjuncts 15
Tracheal Intubation 16
Providing Ventilatory Support 17
Bag-Valve-Mask Ventilation 17
Prolonged Ventilation Using a Sealed Tube in the Trachea 17
Apneic Oxygenation 18
Physiologic Sequelae and Complications of Tracheal Intubation 18
The Difficult Airway 19
Recognizing the Potentially Difficult Airway 19
The Obstructed Airway 20
Trauma and the Airway 20
The Airway Practitioner and the Clinical Setting 20
Managing the Difficult Airway 21
The Anticipated Difficult Airway 21
Awake Intubation 21
Fiberoptic Intubation. 21
Retrograde Intubation. 21
Intubation Under Anesthesia 21
Unanticipated Airway Difficulty 21
Bimanual Laryngoscopy 22
Stylet (“Introducer”) and Gum Elastic Bougie 23
Different Laryngoscope or Blade 23
Lighted Stylet 24
Video Laryngoscopy 24
Fiberoptic Intubation 24
Cannot Intubate–Cannot Ventilate 24
Confirming Tube Position in the Trachea 25
Surgical Airway 25
Cricothyrotomy 25
Tracheostomy 25
Extubation in the Difficult Airway Patient (Decannulation) 26
Tube Displacement in the Critical Care Unit 27
Endotracheal Tube 27
Tracheostomy Tube 27
The NAP4 Project 27
Common Problems in Airway Management 28
Selected References 30
References 30.e1
3 Assessment of Cardiac Filling and Blood Flow 31
Chapter Outline 31
Cardiac Filling 31
Preload 31
Indicators of Preload 33
Static Indicators of Preload 33
Volumetric Indicators of Preload 34
Dynamic Indicators of Preload (or Preload Responsiveness) 34
Stroke Volume Variation 34
Pulse Pressure Variation 34
Plethysmographic Variability Index 34
Indices Derived by Echocardiography 34
Contractility 34
Afterload 35
Indicators of Afterload 35
Clinical Limitations of Systemic Vascular Resistance and Pulmonary Vascular Resistance 36
Clinical Interpretation of Indicators of Preload 36
Static Indicators of Preload 36
Volumetric Indicators of Preload 36
Dynamic Indicators of Preload 36
The Passive Leg-Raising Test 36
The Diagnostic Fluid Challenge 37
Hemodynamic Status and Blood Flow 37
Measurement of Cardiac Output 37
The Fick Principle 37
Thermodilution 38
Dye/Indicator Dilution 38
Arterial Pulse Pressure Analysis 38
Proprietary Systems Requiring Calibration 40
PiCCO System 40
LiDCOplus System 40
EV1000 System 40
Uncalibrated Systems 40
PulsioFlex System. 40
LiDCOrapid System. 40
Flotrac. 40
Nexfin. 40
Masimo System. 40
Transesophageal Doppler 41
Echocardiography 41
Bioimpedance and Bioreactance 42
Bioreactance 42
Application of the Fick Principle 42
Assessment of Adequacy of the Circulation 42
Clinical Assessment 42
Mixed Venous Oxygenation 42
Central Venous Oxygen Saturation 43
Blood Lactate 43
Venous-to-Arterial CO2 Difference (Pco2 Gap) 43
Goal-Directed Therapy 43
Hemodynamic Optimization of the High-Risk Surgical Patient 43
Early Goal-Directed Therapy of Severe Sepsis 44
Conclusions 44
Selected References 46
References 46.e1
4 Arterial, Central Venous, and Pulmonary Artery Catheters 47
Chapter Outline 47
Arterial Catheters 47
What Do They Offer? 47
Arterial Pressure Measurement 47
Fluid Responsiveness 48
Cardiac Output Assessment 48
Blood Sampling 48
Access 48
Complications 48
Central Venous Catheters 48
What Do They Offer? 48
Fluid Administration 48
Measurement of Central Venous Pressure 49
Access to Blood in Superior Vena Cava 49
Trace Analysis 49
Access 49
Complications 49
Pulmonary Artery Catheters 49
What Do They Offer? 49
Pressures 49
Right Atrial Pressure 49
Pulmonary Artery Occlusion Pressure 49
Pulmonary Artery Pressures 51
Cardiac Output 51
Right Ventricular Volumes 51
Mixed Venous Oxygen Saturation 52
Derived Variables 52
Resistance. 52
Ventricular Stroke Work. 52
Oxygen-Derived Variables. 52
Venous Admixture. 53
Complications 53
Technical Limitations 53
Applications: Diagnosis Versus Monitoring 54
Assessing Effects of Interventions 56
Clinical Indications for Pulmonary Artery Catheter Insertion 56
Pulmonary Artery Occlusion Pressure and Partial Occlusion 56
Does the Use of a Pulmonary Artery Catheter Improve Outcome? 56
Selected References 58
References 58.e1
5 Cardiac Pacing 59
Chapter Outline 59
Indications for Permanent Pacemaker Implantation 60
Pacing Indications for Sinus Node Dysfunction 60
Pacing Indications for Acquired Atrioventricular Block 60
Other Permanent Pacing Indications 61
Indications for Temporary Pacing 63
Atrioventricular Nodal Dysfunction 64
High-Grade and Paroxysmal Atrioventricular Block 64
Electrolyte and Metabolic Derangement 64
Drug Side Effects 65
Infectious Disease 66
After Myocardial Infarction 66
Torsades de Pointes 66
Conditions That Do Not Normally Require Pacing 69
Hypothermia 69
Hypothyroidism 69
Obstructive Sleep Apnea 69
Preoperative Anesthesia 69
Seizure 69
Spinal Cord Injury and Tracheal Suctioning 69
Esophageal and Transthoracic Pacing 70
Transcutaneous Pacing 70
Background 70
2 Critical Care Cardiovascular Disease 297
21 Circulatory Shock 299
Chapter Outline 299
Introduction 299
History 299
Definitions and Categorization of Shock 300
Classification 301
Hypovolemic Shock 302
Cardiogenic Shock 303
Obstructive Shock 305
Distributive Shock 306
Pathogenesis and Pathophysiology of Shock 310.e1
Hemodynamic Basis of Shock 310.e1
Arterial Pressure 310.e1
Cardiac Output 310.e1
Venous Function in Shock 310.e2
Graphic Analysis of Venous-Cardiac Interactions during Shock 310.e3
Microvascular Function in Shock 310.e5
Mechanisms of Cellular Injury in Shock 310.e7
Compensatory Responses to Shock 310
Organ System Dysfunction Due to Shock (Table 21.3) 312
Central Nervous System 312
Heart 312
Respiratory System 313
Kidney 313
Gastrointestinal System 313
Liver 313
Hematologic System 313
Metabolic Alterations 314
Immune System 314
Diagnostic Approach and Evaluation 314
Clinical Evaluation 314
Laboratory Studies 315
Imaging 315
Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring 316
Ancillary Monitoring Techniques 317
Oximetry 317
Management and Therapy 318
Aims 318
Resuscitation 319
Conclusion 323
Selected References 324
References 324.e1
22 Cardiogenic Shock 325
Chapter Outline 325
Definition 325
Epidemiology 325
Incidence 326
Etiology 326
Pathogenesis 327
Systemic Effects 327
Myocardial Pathology 328
Cellular Pathology 329
Reversible Myocardial Dysfunction 329
Clinical Assessment 330
Evaluation 330
Initial Management 331
Therapy 331
Thrombolytic Therapy 332
Intra-aortic Balloon Pumping 332
Revascularization 333
Direct Coronary Angioplasty 333
Randomized Studies 333
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery 334
Other Causes of Cardiogenic Shock 334
Right Ventricular Infarction 334
Acute Mitral Regurgitation 334
Ventricular Septal Rupture 335
Free Wall Rupture 335
Myocardial Dysfunction After Cardiopulmonary Bypass 335
Myocarditis 335
Left Ventricular Assist Devices 336
Conclusion 336
Selected References 337
References 337.e1
23 Septic Shock 338
Chapter Outline 338
Overview 338
Historical Perspective 338
Contemporary Definitions 338
Epidemiology 339
Pathogenesis 340
Clinical Presentation 341
Hemodynamic Profile of Septic Shock 341
Hypovolemia 341
Myocardial Dysfunction 341
Distributive Shock 342
Microcirculatory and Mitochondrial Dysfunction 342
Microcirculatory Dysfunction 343
Mitochondrial Dysfunction 344
Management of Septic Shock 345
Overview and Management Guidelines 345
General Principles 345
Antibiotic Therapy and Source Control 345
Early Resuscitation 346
Cardiovascular Support 347
Volume Resuscitation 347
Vasopressor Therapy 348
Individual Vasoactive Agents 348
Inotropic Support 349
Corticosteroids 349
Summary 350
Selected References 350
References 350.e1
24 Cardiac Tamponade 351
Chapter Outline 351
Fundamentals of Tamponade 351
Pericardial Anatomy 351
Physiology 351
Pericardial Pressure 352
Etiology 353
History and Physical Examination 354
Pulsus Paradoxus 354
Venous Pressure 356
Cardiac and Chest Examination 357
Diagnostic Tests 357
Echocardiography 357
X-Ray Studies 358
Electrocardiography 358
Overall Assessment 359
Special Syndromes in Tamponade 360
Effusive Constrictive Disease 360
Low- and High-Pressure Tamponade 360
Settings in Which Tamponade is Seen 360
The Emergency Room 360
The Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Laboratories 361
Critical Care Units and Medical Wards 362
Management 363
Acknowledgment 364
Selected References 364
References 364.e1
25 Severe Sepsis and Multiple Organ Dysfunction 365
Chapter Outline 365
Introduction 365
Definitions 365
Epidemiology 366
Pathophysiology 366
Role of the Immune System in the Early Phases of Sepsis 367
Role of Inflammation 367
Alterations of Hemostasis 368
Management 369
Infection Management 370
Hemodynamic Optimization 371
Modulation of the Host Response 373
Supportive Therapies 374
Multiple Organ Dysfunction 376
Pathophysiology of Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome in Sepsis 376
Organ Dysfunction Scoring Systems 377
Selected References 378
References 378.e1
26 Hypovolemic Shock 379
Chapter Outline 379
Pathogenesis and Pathophysiology 379
Circulatory Changes 379
General Changes 379
Oxygen Balance 381
Macrocirculation 382
Microcirculation 383
Cells 384
Organ Perfusion and Function in Shock 384
Heart 384
Lung 385
Brain 386
Kidney 386
Gut 386
Liver 387
Spleen 388
Pancreas 388
Hormones and Metabolism 388
Inflammatory and Immunologic Changes 388
Reperfusion and Irreversible Shock 390
Clinical Features 391
Causes 391
Signs and Symptoms 392
Diagnostic Approach 393
General 393
Laboratory Investigations 393
Monitoring 394
Approach to Management 395
General 395
Resuscitation Strategies 396
Fluids 397
Fluid Controversies 400
Blood Products and Substitutes 402
Acidosis and Optimal Hematocrit 403
Vasoactive Drugs 404
Brain Injury and Resuscitation 404
In Practice 404
Supportive Care 405
Miscellaneous Therapies 406
Complications and Prognosis 406
Conclusion 407
Selected References 407
References 408.e1
27 Traumatic Shock and Tissue Hypoperfusion: 409
Chapter Outline 409
Classic Neuroendocrine Response 410
Inflammation in Shock after Injury 411
Cellular Energetics 411
Immune Mediator Cascades 411
Neuroimmune Response to Trauma 411
Acute Coagulopathy after Trauma 412
Historical Perspective 412
Recent Studies 414
Fluid Therapy 414
Isotonic Crystalloids 416
Colloids 416
Hypertonic Saline 417
Hypertonic-Hyperoncotic Fluids 417
Crystalloids Versus Colloids 417
Blood Component Therapy 418
End Points 419
The Problem 419
Oxygen Delivery Parameters 419
Lactate 420
Base Deficit 420
Gastric Mucosal pH 421
Near-Infrared Spectroscopy 421
Adrenal Insufficiency 422
Clinical Strategies 422
Early Limited Resuscitation 422
Animal Studies 422
Clinical Studies 423
Clinical Pathway—Early Resuscitation 424
Management of Traumatic Shock in the Intensive Care Unit 425
Massive Transfusion 427
Tranexamic Acid 428
Risks of Early Red Blood Cell Transfusion 428
Special Problems 428
Abdominal Compartment Syndrome 428
Extremity Compartment Syndrome 430
Pelvic Fractures 431
Selected References 431
References 431.e1
28 Anaphylaxis and Anaphylactic Shock 432
Chapter Outline 432
History and Incidence 433
Pathogenesis and Pathophysiology 434
Immunologic Mechanisms Leading to Mast Cell and Basophil Activation and Mediator Release 434
Nonimmunologic Events Leading to Mediator Release 435
Cellular Characteristics of Anaphylaxis 435
Biochemical Mediators of Anaphylaxis 435
Biochemical and Pharmacologic Regulation of Mediator Release 437
Pathophysiologic Effects of Mediators 437
Late-Phase or Biphasic Reactions 437
Clinical and Hemodynamic Features 437
Management 438
Initial Management 438
Additional Therapeutic Options 440
Prophylaxis and Immunotherapy 440
Acknowledgment 441
Selected References 441
References 441.e1
29 Severe Heart Failure 442
Chapter Outline 442
Definition, Epidemiology, and Staging of Heart Failure 442
Pathophysiology 444
Diagnosis 445
Prognosis in Acute Heart Failure 446
Acute Heart Failure Syndromes 447
Initial Evaluation and Therapy 447
Indications for Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring 449
Pharmacologic Management of Acute Heart Failure 450
Intravenous Diuretics 450
Vasopressin Inhibitors 451
Parenteral Vasodilators (Table 29.5) 452
Nitroglycerin 452
Nitroprusside 452
Nesiritide (B-natriuretic Peptide) 452
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors 453
Inotropic Drugs (see Table 29.5) 453
Dobutamine 453
Milrinone 453
Considerations Regarding the Use of Inotropes 453
Vasopressors 454
Dopamine 454
Norepinephrine 454
Ultrafiltration 454
Transition to Chronic Pharmacologic Therapy for Severe Heart Failure 456
Diuretics 456
Beta Blockers (Table 29.7) 457
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors (see Table 29.7) 458
Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (see Table 29.7) 458
Aldosterone Antagonists (see Table 29.7) 458
Combination Hydralazine/ Isosorbide Dinitrate 459
Digoxin 459
Coronary Heart Disease and Heart Failure: Special Considerations 460
Acute Heart Failure Following Myocardial Infarction 460
Heart Failure with Preserved Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction (Diastolic Heart Failure) 461
Acute Myocarditis and Heart Failure 462
Device Therapy: Implanted Cardioverter-Defibrillators and Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy 463
Implanted Cardioverter-Defibrillator Therapy 464
Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy 464
Mechanically Assisted Circulatory Support: Ventricular Assist Devices 466
Selected References 469
References 469.e1
30 Acute Coronary Syndromes and Acute Myocardial Infarction 470
Chapter Outline 470
Definitions 470
ST Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction 471
Clinical Manifestations 471
Clinical History 471
Physical Examination 473
Diagnostic Approach 473
Electrocardiogram 473
Cardiac Enzymes 475
Echocardiography 475
Hemodynamic Monitoring 476
Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterization and Coronary Angiography 476
Approach to Management 477
General Considerations 477
Oxygen 477
Analgesia and Sedation 478
Nitrates 479
Aspirin 479
Inhibitors of the Platelet P2Y12 Receptor 480
Anticoagulant Therapy 480
Fibrinolytic Therapy 482
Effect of Fibrinolysis on Survival 482
Coronary Artery Patency after Fibrinolytic Therapy 484
Complications of Fibrinolytic Therapy 485
Patient Selection 485
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention 486
Primary Percutaneous Intervention 487
Rescue Percutaneous Coronary Intervention 489
Selection of Reperfusion Strategy 490
Platelet Glycoprotein Ilb/IIIa Receptor Antagonists 490
β-Blockers 492
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors and Angiotensin Receptor Blockers 493
Antiarrhythmic Drugs 494
Calcium Antagonists 495
Lipid-Lowering Agents 495
Intra-aortic Balloon Counterpulsation 496
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery 496
Management of Complications 497
Pericarditis and Pericardial Tamponade 497
Recurrent Ischemia or Infarction 497
Congestive Heart Failure 499
Right Ventricular Dysfunction and Infarction 500
Mechanical Causes of Congestive Heart Failure or Low Cardiac Output 502
Mitral Regurgitation 502
Ventricular Septal Rupture 503
Left Ventricular Free Wall Rupture 503
Cardiac Arrhythmias and Heart Block 503
Unstable And Non–ST Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction 504
Clinical Manifestations 504
Definition 504
Clinical History 504
Physical Examination 504
Diagnostic Approach 504
Electrocardiogram 504
Biochemical Markers 505
Coronary CT Angiography 505
Approach to Management 505
Anti-ischemic Therapy 505
Nitrates 505
β-Blockers 506
Calcium Antagonists 507
Intra-aortic Balloon Counterpulsation 507
Antiplatelet Therapy 507
Aspirin 507
Inhibitors of the Platelet P2Y12 Receptor 507
Platelet Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa Receptor Antagonists 508
Antithrombin Therapy 509
Unfractionated Heparin 509
Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin 510
Direct Thrombin Inhibitors 510
Factor Xa Inhibitors 510
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors 510
Lipid-Lowering Therapy 510
Invasive versus Conservative Management 511
Long-Term Medical Therapy 512
References 514.e1
Selected References 514
31 Cardiac Arrhythmias 515
Chapter Outline 515
Bradycardias 516
Sinus Bradycardia and Sinus Node Dysfunction 516
Atrioventricular Block 516
Junctional Rhythm 518
Vagally Mediated Sinus Arrest, Bradycardia, and Heart Block 518
Supraventricular Tachycardia 519
Overview 519
Premature Atrial Contractions 519
Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia 519
Approach to Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia Therapy 520
Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome and Its Variants 520
Acute Management of Tachycardia Associated with Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome 521
Nonparoxysmal Atrioventricular Junctional Tachycardia, Paroxysmal Atrial Tachycardia with Block, and Automatic Atrioventricular Junctional Tachycardia 522
Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia 522
Sinus Tachycardia 523
Atrial Flutter 523
Atrial Fibrillation 524
Acute Management of Atrial Fibrillation 524
Special Considerations for the Intensivist 526
Anticoagulants for Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation. 526
Anticoagulation in the ICU. 526
Direct Current Cardioversion 527
Deep Sedation for Cardioversion 527
Technical Aspects 528
Determinants of Short- and Long-Term Success of Cardioversion 528
A Brief Review of Antiarrhythmic Drugs 529
Ventricular Arrhythmias 530
Arrhythmogenesis 531
Metabolic Disturbances and Ischemia 531
Differential Diagnosis of Wide QRS Tachycardia 531
Approach to Ventricular Arrhythmias in the Critically Ill 532
Specific Ventricular Arrhythmias 532
Less Common Substrates 533
Idiopathic Ventricular Tachycardia 533
Cardiac Arrest and Electrical Storm 537
Catheter Ablation of Cardiac Arrhythmias 538
Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators 539
Electrocardiographic Patterns Intensivists Should Recognize 540
Electrolyte, Endocrine, and Metabolic Abnormalities 540
Brugada Pattern 542
Long QT Syndromes 543
Torsades de Pointes 544
Wolff-Parkinson-White Pattern 544
Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Dysplasia 546
Conclusions 546
Selected Readings 546
References 547.e1
32 Valvular Heart Disease in Critical Care 548
Chapter Outline 548
Aortic Stenosis 550
Pathophysiology 550
Aortic Valve Sclerosis 550
Diagnosis 552
Physical Examination 552
Noninvasive Evaluation 552
Cardiac Catheterization 553
Low-Gradient, Low-Output Aortic Stenosis 554
Therapy 554
Medical Management 554
Percutaneous Interventions 555
Balloon Valvuloplasty 555
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement 556
Aortic Valve Replacement 557
Aortic Insufficiency 558
Pathophysiology 558
Diagnosis 559
Physical Examination 559
Noninvasive Evaluation 560
Cardiac Catheterization 560
Therapy 560
Medical Management 560
Aortic Valve Replacement 561
Mitral Regurgitation 561
Pathophysiology 562
Diagnosis 564
Physical Examination 564
Noninvasive Evaluation 565
Cardiac Catheterization 565
Therapy 566
Medical Management 566
Mitral Valve Surgery 566
Future Directions 567
Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy 567
Pathophysiology 567
Diagnosis 568
Physical Examination 568
Noninvasive Evaluation 569
Cardiac Catheterization 569
Therapy 569
Medical Management 569
Percutaneous Intervention or Surgery 570
Mitral Valve Stenosis 570
Pathophysiology 571
Diagnosis 571
Physical Examination 571
Noninvasive Evaluation 572
Therapy 572
Medical Therapy 572
Percutaneous Intervention or Surgery 572
Acknowledgment 575
Selected References 575
References 575.e1
33 Acute Aortic Dissection 576
Chapter Outline 576
Introduction 576
History 576
Types of TAD 576
Risk Factors for Thoracic Aortic Dissection 577
Pathophysiology 577
Diagnosis 578
Symptoms 578
Physical Exam 578
Imaging 578
Chest Radiograph 578
Computed Tomography 578
Echocardiography 578
Aortography 579
Magnetic Response Imaging (MRI) 580
Summary 580
Perioperative Management 580
General Principles 580
Specific Medications 582
Operative Approach 582
Ascending Aortic Dissections 582
Descending Aortic Dissection and Endovascular Therapy 583
Treatment of Aortic Intramural Hematoma and Atherosclerotic Aortic Ulcer 583
Outcomes and Prognosis 583
Summary 584
Selected References 584
References 584.e1
34 Hypertensive Crises 585
Chapter Outline 585
Introduction 585
Definitions 585
Pathophysiology 586
Approach to Management 586
Should the Blood Pressure Be Lowered Acutely? 587
How Much Should the Blood Pressure Be Lowered? 587
Which Medication Should Be Used to Lower the Blood Pressure? 588
Clevidipine 588
Esmolol 588
Fenoldopam 589
Labetalol 589
Nicardipine 590
Nitroprusside 590
Other Agents 590
Specific Clinical Considerations 590
Hypertensive Encephalopathy 590
Hypertensive Crisis in Cerebrovascular Accidents 591
Acute Aortic Dissection 591
Hypertensive Crises in Pregnancy 592
Postoperative Hypertension 592
Catecholamine-Associated Hypertensive Crisis 592
Hypertensive Urgency 593
Selected References 593
References 593.e1
35 General Principles of Postoperative Intensive Care Unit Care 594
Chapter Outline 594
Postoperative Evaluation 594
Recovery From Anesthesia 597
Postoperative Resuscitation 597
Assessment 597
Management Theory 597
Temperature Control 598
Awakening from Anesthesia 599
Postoperative Extubation 599
Best Practices 600
Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism and Deep Venous Thrombosis 600
Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis 600
Preventing Nosocomial Pneumonia 601
Management of Agitation and Delirium 601
Management of Blood Glucose Level 601
Postoperative Nutrition 602
Timing and Route 603
Feeding Considerations in General Surgery Patients 603
Esophagus 603
Stomach 603
Small and Large Intestine 603
Fistulas 604
Pancreatitis 604
Nutrition in Wound Healing 604
Wound Healing and Care 604
Physiology and Biology of Wound Healing 604
Epithelialization and Wound Care 605
Optimizing Wound Healing 605
Antibiotics 605
Surgical Site Infections 605
Drains 606
Acknowledgments 608
Selected References 609
References 609.e1
36 Postoperative Management of the Cardiac Surgery Patient 610
Chapter Outline 610
Neurologic Care 610
Cardiovascular Care 612
Hemodynamic Changes 612
Mean Arterial Pressure 613
Hypertension 613
Hypotension 613
Tamponade 614
Arrhythmias 614
Bleeding 614
Pulmonary Care 615
Renal Care 617
Applications of Echocardiography after Cardiac Surgery 618
The FATE Examination 619
Acquisition of Images 619
Role of Ultrasonography in Postcardiotomy Tamponade 619
Rescue Applications of Echocardiography 623
Miscellaneous Considerations 623
Intra-aortic Balloon Pump Weaning 623
Routine Order Sets 624
Intensive Care Unit Length of Stay 624
Selected References 625
References 625.e1
3 Critical Care Pulmonary Disease 627
37 Acute Respiratory Failure 629
Chapter Outline 629
Acute Respiratory Failure—Types 1 and 2 629
Hypoxemic Respiratory Failure 629
Basic Mechanisms 629
Assessment of Oxygenation 631
Hypercapnic Respiratory Failure 631
Assessment of Ventilation 632
Clinical Manifestations 632
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome 632
Risk Factors 633
Incidence and Prevalence 634
Clinical Manifestations 635
Pathologic Manifestations 635
Pathophysiology 635
Management Strategies 635
Mechanical Ventilation 636
Fluid Management and Vasoactive Support 638
Prevention of Complications of Critical Illness 638
Strategies to Improve Oxygenation 639
Inhaled Nitric Oxide 639
Surfactant Replacement Therapy 640
Enhanced Edema Clearance 640
Experimental/Innovative Therapies 640
Prevention 641
Fibroproliferative Phase 641
Multiple Organ Dysfunction/Failure 642
Prognosis 642
Future Considerations 643
Summary 643
Selected References 644
References 644.e1
38 Life-Threatening Asthma 645
Chapter Outline 645
Epidemiology of Life-Threatening Asthma 645
Triggers of Acute Asthma 645
Mortality Rates for Asthma 645
Classification 646
Pathophysiology and Immunology 646
Asthma Genetics 647
Symptoms and Signs 647
Objective Measurement of Obstruction 648
Laboratory and Radiographic Data 648
Inpatient Admission Decisions 649
Drug Therapy (Table 38.1) 649
Oxygen 649
β-Adrenergic Therapy 649
Inhaled β2-Selective Agonists (Albuterol or Salbutamol) and Short-Acting β-Agonists 649
Subcutaneous β-Agonist Therapy (Epinephrine or Terbutaline) 651
Corticosteroids 651
Inhaled Anticholinergic Therapy with Ipratropium 652
Methyxanthines: Theophylline or Aminophylline 652
Magnesium Sulfate 652
Heliox 652
Other Agents 653
Antibiotics 653
Fluids 653
Ketamine 653
Leukotriene Antagonists 653
Omalizumab (Anti-IgE Antibody) 653
Nontraditional Therapy of Severe Bronchospasm (Table 38.2) 653
Acute Severe Asthma in Pregnancy 654
Mechanical Ventilation in Asthma Patients 655
Indications 655
Aerosol Delivery 655
Sedation and Analgesia 655
Neuromuscular Blockade 655
Initiating Mechanical Ventilation 655
Auto–Positive End-Expiratory Pressure 656
Definition and Predisposing Factors 656
Diagnosis and Treatment 656
Increased Work of Breathing with Auto–Positive End-Expiratory Pressure 657
Barotrauma 657
Non-invasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation 657
Complications of Asthma 659
Approach to Acute Life-Threatening Asthma 659
Selected References 660
References 661.e1
39 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 662
Chapter Outline 662
Definitions 662
Background 662
Pathophysiology 663
Clinical Manifestations 664
Precipitating Factors 664
Infections 664
Environmental Factors 664
Pulmonary Thromboembolism 664
Medication Failure or Noncompliance 665
Other Causes 665
Initial Management 665
Oxygen 665
Drug Treatment 666
Bronchodilators 666
Corticosteroids 666
Antibiotics 667
Hemodynamic Support 667
Fluid Management 667
Inotropes and Vasodilators 667
Nutritional Support 667
Noninvasive Mechanical Ventilation 668
Indications 668
Implementation of Noninvasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation 668
Weaning 669
Invasive Mechanical Ventilation 669
Initial Approach and Maintenance 669
Ventilation Modes 669
Inspired Oxygen 669
Intrinsic Positive End-Expiratory Pressure 669
Inspiratory Triggering Sensitivity Settings 670
Inspiratory Flow Rate 670
Tidal Volume 670
Respiratory Rate 670
Positive End-Expiratory Pressure 670
Weaning 670
Extubation to Noninvasive Ventilation 670
Prognosis 671
Terminal Care for the End-Stage Patient 672
Selected References 672
References 673.e1
40 Hypoventilation and Respiratory Muscle Dysfunction 674
Chapter Outline 674
Decreased Neuromuscular Capacity 674
Decreased Respiratory Center Output 675
Respiratory Muscle Weakness 675
Detection of Respiratory Muscle Weakness in Critically Ill Patients 675
Weakness Due to Preexisting Conditions 676
Neuromuscular Disorders 676
Hyperinflation 677
Malnutrition 677
Endocrine Disturbances 677
Weakness Due to New-Onset Conditions 678
Ventilator-Associated Respiratory Muscle Dysfunction 678
Sepsis-Associated Myopathy 680
Intensive Care Unit–Acquired Paresis 681
Acid-Base Disorders 684
Metabolic Acidosis. 684
Acute Respiratory Acidosis. 684
Electrolyte Disturbances 685
Decreased Oxygen Delivery 685
Medications 686
Limitations in the Current Classification of Respiratory Muscle Weakness 687
Respiratory Muscle Fatigue 687
Increased Load 689
Increased Mechanical Load 689
Increased Ventilatory Requirements 689
Hypercapnia-Induced Hypoventilation 690
Summary 690
Selected References 691
References 691.e1
41 Nonpulmonary Causes of Respiratory Failure 692
Chapter Outline 692
Introduction 692
Hypoventilation 692
Pathophysiology (Fig. 41.1) 692
Mechanisms Underlying Chronic Alveolar Hypoventilation (see Fig. 41.1) 693
Etiologic Classification 694
Respiratory Failure from Neuromuscular Disease 694
Tests of Respiratory Muscle Strength 694
Tests of Respiratory Control and Drive 694
Clinical Recognition and Manifestations 694
Patient Management 696
Respiratory Failure 696
Acute Respiratory Failure Caused by Neuromuscular Disease 697
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation 697
When to Use Noninvasive Ventilation in Nonpulmonary Causes of Respiratory Failure 697
Patients 697
Blood Gases 697
Clinical State 697
Contraindications Excluded 697
Premorbid State 697
Contraindications to Noninvasive Ventilation 697
Chronic Respiratory Failure 698
Chronic Ventilatory-Assist Devices 698
Management of Airway Secretion Clearance 702
Selected References 703
References 703.e1
42 Pneumonia: 704
Chapter Outline 704
Definitions and Risk Factors 705
Severe Community-Acquired Pneumonia 705
Risk Factors for Severe Forms of Community-Acquired Pneumonia 706
Mortality Risk from Community-Acquired Pneumonia 707
Pneumonia Acquired in the Hospital 708
Risk Factors Associated with Nosocomial Pneumonia 708
Mortality Risk from Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia 709
Health Care–Associated Pneumonia 710
Pathogenesis 710
General Overview 710
Route of Entry 711
Colonization of the Upper Respiratory System and Digestive Tract 711
The Role of Respiratory Therapy Equipment and Endotracheal Tubes 711
Clinical Features 712
Historical Information 712
Physical Examination 713
Etiologic Pathogens 713
Community-Acquired Pneumonia 713
Nosocomial Pneumonia 714
Isolation of Patients with Pneumonia 715
Diagnostic Issues 715
General Considerations 715
Radiographic Evaluation 715
Routine Laboratory Tests 715
Blood Culture 715
Sputum Examination 716
Invasive Cultures 716
Urinary Antigen, Serologic, and Polymerase Chain Reaction Testing 716
Role of Biomarkers 716
Serum Biomarkers 716
Open Lung Biopsy 717
Recommended Testing for Community-Acquired Pneumonia 717
Recommended Testing for Nosocomial Pneumonia 717
Therapy 719
General Considerations 719
Microbial Resistance 720
Antibiotic Considerations 720
Role of Corticosteroids 721
Nonpharmacologic Measures 721
Community-Acquired Pneumonia Therapy Algorithm (see Fig. 42.4) 722
Monotherapy Versus Combination Therapy 722
ATS/IDSA 2007 Guidelines 722
Timing of Antibiotics 722
Duration of Treatment 722
Nosocomial Pneumonia Therapy Algorithm (see Fig. 42.5) 722
Choosing the Appropriate Regimen 723
Duration of Treatment 723
De-escalation of Treatment 724
Localized Treatment 724
Evaluation of Nonresponding Patients 724
Prevention 725
Community-Acquired Pneumonia 725
Pneumococcal Vaccination 725
Influenza Vaccination 725
Nosocomial Pneumonia 725
Selected References 727
References 727.e1
43 Weaning from Mechanical Ventilation 728
Chapter Outline 728
Pathophysiology of Weaning Failure 728
Control of Breathing 728
Respiratory Mechanics 728
Patient Effort 729
Respiratory Muscles 729
Cardiovascular Performance 730
Gas Exchange 730
Weaning-Predictor Testing 730
Pitfalls in Use of Weaning-Predictor Tests 731
Respiratory Frequency/Tidal Volume Ratio 731
Weaning Trials 732
Multiple T-Tube Trials 733
Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation 733
Pressure Support 733
Once-Daily T-Tube Trials 733
Comparison of Weaning Methods 733
Weaning by Protocol Versus Usual Care 733
Extubation 734
Conclusion 734
References 735.e1
Selected References 735
44 Acute Pulmonary Embolism 736
Chapter Outline 736
Prevalence of Venous Thromboembolism in Intensive Care Unit Patients 737
Risk Factors 737
Deep Venous Thrombosis 738
Pathophysiology 738
Hemodynamic Consequences 738
Respiratory Consequences 740
Clinical Presentation 740
Clinical Presentation on Admission to the Intensive Care Unit 740
Recognition of Pulmonary Embolism During Intensive Care Unit Admission 741
Diagnostic Testing for Pulmonary Embolism 741
Arterial Blood Gas Measurement 741
Chest Radiography 741
Electrocardiography 741
D-Dimer Assay 741
Duplex Compression Ultrasonography 742
Ventilation-Perfusion Nuclear Scans 742
Multidetector Computed Tomography Scan of the Chest 742
Magnetic Resonance Imaging 743
Risk Stratification 743
Clinical and Hemodynamic Parameters 744
Electrocardiogram 745
Cardiac Biomarkers 745
Brain Natriurectic Peptide 745.e1
Cardiac Troponin 745.e1
Echocardiography 745
Computed Tomography Pulmonary Angiography 746
The Management of Acute Pulmonary Embolism 746
Pharmacologic Management 746
Unfractionated and Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin 747
Fondaparinux 748
Warfarin Therapy 748
New Oral Anticoagulants 748
Duration of Anticoagulation Therapy 748
Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia 748
Thrombolytic Therapy 749
Submassive Pulmonary Embolism with Hemodynamic Stability and Right Ventricular Dysfunction 749
Role of Thrombolytic Therapy in Normotensive Submassive Pulmonary Embolism with Right Ventricular Dysfunction 750
Role of Catheter-Directed Therapy in Normotensive Submassive Pulmonary Embolism with Right Ventricular Dysfunction 750
Role of Inferior Vena Cava Filters in Patients with Submassive Pulmonary Embolism with Right Ventricular Dysfunction 750
Massive Pulmonary Embolism 751
Respiratory Support 751
Hemodynamic Support in Massive Pulmonary Embolism 751
Volume Resuscitation 751
Vasoactive Drugs 751
Inotropic Agents 751
Systemic Thrombolysis in Massive Pulmonary Embolism 752
Inferior Vena Cava Filters in Massive Pulmonary Embolism 752
Pulmonary Embolectomy in Massive Pulmonary Embolism 752
Endovascular Therapy in Massive Pulmonary Embolism 752
Special Populations 753
Pregnancy 753
Diagnosis of Pulmonary Embolism in Pregnancy 754
Treatment of Pulmonary Embolism in Pregnancy 754
Right-Sided Heart Thrombi 754
Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension 754
Prophylaxis 754
Long-Term Prognosis 755
Selected References 756
References 756.e1
Supplemental References 756.e5
45 Pulmonary Hypertension 757
Chapter Outline 757
Pathophysiology of Pulmonary Hypertension and Right Ventricular Failure 757
Development of Pulmonary Hypertension 757
Right Ventricular Failure 758
Clinical Classification of Pulmonary Hypertension 759
Acute on Chronic Pulmonary Hypertension 759
Acute Pulmonary Hypertension 760
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome and Sepsis 760
Postsurgical Pulmonary Hypertension 760
Integrated Approach to the Diagnosis of Pulmonary Hypertension 760
Echocardiography 762
Right-Sided Heart Catheterization 762
Management of Arterial Pulmonary Hypertension and Right Ventricular Failure in the Intensive Care Unit 763
General Management Principles 763
Monitoring 763
Fluid Management 764
Oxygenation and Ventilatory Support 764
Vasopressors and Inotropic Agents 765
Pulmonary Vasodilators 766
Inhaled Nitric Oxide 766
Prostanoids 766
Phosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors 766
Other Therapies and Mechanical Cardiovascular Support 767
Prognosis 768
Selected References 769
References 769.e1
46 Massive Hemoptysis 770
Chapter Outline 770
Anatomic Considerations 770
Pulmonary Circulation 770
Bronchial Circulation 770
Nonbronchial Systemic Collateral Circulation 771
Pulmonary Venous Abnormalities 771
Causes of Hemoptysis 771
Bronchiectasis 771
Tuberculosis 772
Lung Malignancy 773
Lung Abscess 773
Chronic Bronchitis 773
Other Pulmonary Infections 773
Pulmonary Embolism 773
Aspergillus Fungus Balls 773
Cardiovascular Causes 774
Interstitial Lung Disease 774
Broncholithiasis 774
Diffuse Alveolar Hemorrhage 774
Immunologic Lung Disease 775
Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis 776
Immunocompromised Host 776
Bleeding Diathesis 776
Drug-Induced Alveolar Hemorrhage 776
Vascular Abnormalities 776
Aortobronchial Fistulas 777
Pulmonary Artery Aneurysms 777
Arteriovenous Malformations 777
Trauma 777
Vascular Monitoring Catheters 777
Management 778
Airway and Lung Protection 779
Patient Positioning 779
Endotracheal Intubation 779
Double-Lumen Endotracheal Tubes 779
Localization of Bleeding 779
Chest Radiograph 780
Chest Computed Tomography 780
Bronchoscopy 780
Hemorrhage Control 780
Expectant Therapy 780
Endobronchial Tamponade 780
Endobronchial Infusions 781
Laser Photocoagulation 781
Bronchial Artery Embolization 781
Surgery 782
Other Therapies 782
References 783.e1
Selected References 783
47 Pneumothorax and Barotrauma 784
Chapter Outline 784
Definition and History 784
Incidence 784
Pathophysiology 785
Emphysema-like Changes 785
Pleural Porosity 785
Distal Airway Inflammation 786
Smoking 786
Genetics 786
Classification 786
Spontaneous Pneumothorax 786
Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax 786
Secondary Spontaneous Pneumothorax 786
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 787
Pneumothorax in Drug Abusers 787
Pneumothorax in HIV-Infected Patients 787
Catamenial Pneumothorax 788
Cystic Fibrosis 788
Nonspontaneous Pneumothorax 788
Traumatic Pneumothorax 788
Traumatic Iatrogenic Pneumothorax 788
Pulmonary Barotrauma During Mechanical Ventilation 788
Clinical Presentation 789
Diagnosis 789
Prevention 789
Management 790
Prognosis 790
Pneumothorax After Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy and Needle Biopsy of the Lung 790
Pneumothorax After Thoracentesis 791
Pneumothorax Resulting from Nasogastric Feeding Tubes 791
Pneumothorax After Percutaneous Dilational Tracheostomy 791
Special Situations 791
Pneumothorax ex Vacuo 791
Sport-Related Pneumothorax 791
Barotrauma Unrelated to Mechanical Ventilation 792
Tension Pneumothorax 792
Clinical Features 792
Electrocardiographic Features 793
Diagnostic Imaging Modalities 793
Radiographic Signs 793
Upright Chest Radiograph 793
Supine Chest Radiograph 793
Lateral Decubitus Chest Radiograph 794
Computed Tomography 794
Pulmonary Ultrasonography 794
Differential Diagnosis: Conditions Mimicking Pneumothorax 794
Management 795
Management of the First Episode of Pneumothorax 795
Estimating the Size of a Pneumothorax 795
Treatment Options 795
Supplemental Oxygen 795
Removal of Air from Pleural Space 795
Aspiration 795
Tube Thoracostomy 796
Percutaneous Pneumothorax Catheters and Thoracic Vents 796
Thoracoscopy 796
Persistent Air Leak and Bronchopleural Fistula 796
Recurrence Prevention 796
Chemical Pleurodesis 797
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery Pleurodesis 797
Surgical Thoracotomy 797
Management Under Special Circumstances 797
Secondary Spontaneous Pneumothorax 797
Pneumothorax in HIV-Infected Patients 797
Pneumothorax in Cystic Fibrosis 797
Catamenial Pneumothorax and Pneumothorax Complicating Pregnancy 798
Pneumothorax in Air Travelers 798
Pneumothorax in Lymphangioleiomyomatosis 799
Complications Related to Management 799
Selected References 800
References 800.e1
48 Toxic Gas, Fume, and Smoke Inhalation 801
Chapter Outline 801
Introduction 801
Epidemiology 801
History 801
Pathogenesis of Inhalation Injury 803
Toxic Smoke Compounds 803
Heat 803
Systemic Toxins 803
Airway Injury 803
Pulmonary Parenchymal Injury 804
Diagnostics and Treatment 804
Initial Prehospital Rescue 804
Airway Management 805
Monitoring and Investigations 806
Fluid Resuscitation 807
Treatment of Carbon Monoxide Intoxication 808
Treatment of Cyanide Intoxication 808
Bronchoscopy 809
Mechanical Ventilation 810
Nebulization Treatments 810
Nonventilatory Pulmonary Treatments 810
Experimental Treatments 811
Selected References 811
References 811.e1
49 Immunologic Lung Disease in the Critically Ill 812
Chapter Outline 812
Clinicopathologic Considerations during Mechanical Ventilation 812
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis 813
Hamman-Rich Syndrome 814
Alveolar Hemorrhage Syndromes 814
Goodpasture’s Syndrome 815
Wegener’s Granulomatosis 816
Microscopic Polyangiitis 817
Catastrophic Antiphospholipid Syndrome 817
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus 818
Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis 818
Cryptogenic Organizing Pneumonia 818
Connective Tissue Diseases 819
Lupus Pneumonitis 819
Rheumatoid Arthritis 819
Progressive Systemic Sclerosis 820
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis 821
Drug-Induced Respiratory Failure 821
Summary 822
References 822.e1
Selected References 822
4 Critical Care Infectious Disease 823
50 Nosocomial Infection in the Intensive Care Unit 825
Chapter Outline 825
Incidence and Profile 825
Definitions 825
Incidence 826
Profile and Secular Trends 826
Morbidity and Economic IMPACT 829
Pathogenesis and Epidemiology 829.e1
Pathogenesis 829.e1
Reservoirs and Transmission 829.e1
Risk Factors 829.e1
General Infection Control Measures 829
Hospital Infection Control Programs 829
Role of the Microbiology Laboratory 831
Architectural and Environmental Issues 832
Reliable Sterilization Procedures, Chemical Disinfectants, and Antiseptics 834
Hand Hygiene 835
Isolation Precautions for Communicable Infections 837
Isolation Systems 837
Special Issues in the ICU 839
Tuberculosis 839
Standard Precautions 840
Antibiotic Stewardship 840
Nosocomial Infections and Specific Infection Control Measures 842
Intravascular Device–Related Bloodstream Infection 842
Impact 842
Definitions 842
Recognition and Diagnosis 843
Clinical Features 843
Blood Cultures 844
Cultures of Removed Intravascular Devices 844
Diagnosis of Infection with Implanted Long-Term Intravascular Devices 844
Detection of Contaminated Infusate 845
Incidence 845
Pathogenesis and Risk Factors 845
Microbiology 846
Treatment 847
Strategies for Prevention 847
At-Device Insertion 847
Insertion Site Care and IVD Maintenance 850
Novel Technology 851
Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia 853
Incidence and Impact 853
Pathogenesis 853
Microbiology 854
Diagnosis 854
Risk Factors 856
Treatment 856
Prevention 856
Nonpharmacologic Preventive Measures 856
Pharmacologic Preventive Measures 858
Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection 859
Incidence and Impact 859
Pathogenesis 859
Prevention 859
Control of Antibiotic Resistance 860
Evolution of Antibiotic Resistance in Intensive Care Units 860
Forces Driving Resistance 860
Controlling Antimicrobial Resistance in the Intensive Care Unit 860
Avant Garde Infection Control Measures 864
Selective Digestive Decontamination 864
Preemptive Barrier Isolation 864
Approach to a Nosocomial Epidemic 866.e1
Protection of Health Care Workers in the Intensive Care Unit 866.e3
General Precautions Against Biohazardous Exposure 866.e3
Vaccine-Preventable Diseases 866.e5
Hepatitis B 866.e5
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella 866.e5
Varicella 866.e5
Influenza 866.e5
Pertussis 866.e5
Non–Vaccine-Preventable Diseases of Major Interest 866.e6
Herpetic Whitlow 866.e6
Tuberculosis 866.e6
Hepatitis C 866.e6
Human Immunodeficiency Virus 866.e6
Goals for the Future 866
Selected References 869
References 869.e1
51 Principles Governing Antimicrobial Therapy in the Intensive Care Unit 870
Chapter Outline 870
Adequacy of Initial Empiric Antibiotic Therapy 870
Optimal Dose 872
Penetration at the Site of Infection: Tissue-Targeted Therapy 873
Role of Combination Therapy 874
Synergy 874
Enhanced Efficacy Against a Pathogen 875
Prevention of the Emergence of Resistance 875
Increased Opportunity for Achieving Appropriate Therapy 875
Immunomodulating Effect of Antibiotics 875
Timing 876
Special Pharmacologic Properties 877
Unintended Consequences of Antibiotic Therapy 877
Clinician Responses to Multidrug Resistance 878
Mechanisms of Action and of Resistance 878
Binding to a Target Site 878
Penetration Through the Bacterial Cell Wall 878
Enzymatic Degradation 879
Type 1 β-lactamase 879
Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamases 880
Carbapenemases 881
Efflux Pumps 882
The Clinical Relevance for Understanding Antibiotic Resistance 883
De-Escalation 883
Decreasing Broadness or Number of Agents 883
Duration of Therapy 884
Minimizing Clinical Resistance 884
Conclusions 885
Selected References 885
References 885.e1
52 Antifungal and Antiviral Therapy 886
Chapter Outline 886
Systemic Antifungal Agents 886
Polyenes 886
Amphotericin B and Its Lipid Formulations 886
Flucytosine 888
The Azole Antifungal Agents 888
Fluconazole 889
Itraconazole 889
Voriconazole 890
Posaconazole 890
Echinocandins 890
Caspofungin 890
Micafungin 891
Anidulafungin 891
Specific Indications and Uses for Antifungal Therapy 891
Candida Infections 893
Candidemia and Disseminated Candidiasis 893
The Intravenous Catheter in Candidemic Patients 893
Mucosal Infections and Colonization 893
Candiduria 893
Other Forms of Invasive Candidiasis 893
Cryptococcosis 894
Aspergillosis 894
Histoplasmosis 894
Mucormycosis 894
Other Fungal Infections 894
Areas of Controversy in Antifungal Therapy 895
Empirical Antifungal Therapy for the Febrile ICU Patient 895
Antifungal Prophylaxis in the ICU 895
Duration of Therapy and Accumulated Dosing 895
Measurement of Drug Levels 895
Susceptibility Testing 895
Antiviral Agents 896
Acyclovir, Famciclovir, and Valacyclovir 896
Ganciclovir and Valganciclovir 896
Cidofovir 897
Foscarnet 897
Amantadine and Rimantadine 897
Ribavirin 897
Oseltamivir 898
Zanamivir 898
Specific Indications and Uses for Antiviral Therapy 898
Herpes Simplex and Varicella-Zoster 898
Cytomegalovirus Infection 899
Influenza 899
Other Viral Infections 899
Selected References 900
References 900.e1
53 Critically Ill Immunosuppressed Host 901
Chapter Outline 901
Definition 901
Host Defense Mechanisms 901
General Approach to Management 903
Management of Specific Patient Populations 908
Cancer Patients with Neutropenia 908
General Principles 908
Diagnostic Approach 912
Empiric and Specific Antimicrobial Therapy 912
Prevention of Infection 913
Patients with HIV/AIDS 913
Spectrum of Clinical Manifestations 913
Management of Antiretroviral Drugs 913
Diagnosis of Opportunistic Infections 914
Clinical Syndromes 915
Respiratory Insufficiency 915
Central Nervous System Dysfunction 929
Meningitis 929
Focal Central Nervous System Lesions 930
Focal White Matter Lesions 930
Diffuse Encephalopathy 930
Diarrhea 930
Hypotension 930
Prevention of Opportunistic Infection 931
HIV Transmission in the Intensive Care Unit 931
Human Stem Cell, Bone Marrow, and Solid Organ Transplant Recipients 932
Diagnostic Approach 932
Infectious Complications of Transplantation 932
Cytomegalovirus 932
Pneumocystis Pneumonia 933
Fungal Infections 933
Respiratory Viruses Including Respiratory Syncytial Virus 934
Noninfectious Complications in Human Stem Cell Transplant Recipients 934
Graft-Versus-Host Disease 934
Immune Reconstitution Syndrome 934
Toxicities of Immunosuppressive Drugs 934
Selected References 935
References 935.e1
54 Specific Infections with Critical Care Implications 936
Chapter Outline 936
Overwhelming Infections of the Central Nervous System 936
Acute Bacterial Meningitis 937
Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Risk Factors, and Clinical Presentation 937
Diagnostic Strategies and Early Management of Suspected Bacterial Meningitis 937
Complications, ICU Monitoring, and Prognosis 940
Encephalitis 941
West Nile Virus Encephalitis 942
Brain Abscess 942
Spinal Epidural Abscess 942
Fulminant Endovascular Infections 943
Acute Infective Endocarditis 943
Device-Related Endovascular Infections 946
Primary Bacteremias 946
Meningococcemia and Meningococcal Sepsis 946
Primary Pneumococcal Bacteremia 948
Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia 948
Toxin-Mediated Infections 948
Staphylococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome 948
Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome 949
Clostridial Toxic Shock Syndrome 949
Tetanus 949
Botulism 950
Diphtheria 950
Serious Skin and Skin Structure Infections 950
Necrotizing Fasciitis 950
Clostridial Myonecrosis (Gas Gangrene) 951
Vibrio Infections 951
Community-Acquired MRSA 952
Serious Gastrointestinal and Intra-Abdominal Infections 952
Bacteremia Associated with Diarrheal Illness 952
Peritonitis 952
Intra-abdominal Abscess 953
Biliary Tract Infections 953
Pancreatic Infections 954
Clostridium difficile Colitis 955
Life-Threatening Infections of the Head and Neck 955
Ludwig’s Angina, Lateral Pharyngeal Space Infections, and Peritonsillar Abscess 955
Lemierre Syndrome 956
Epiglottitis 957
Mediastinitis 957
Serious Vector-Borne Infections 957
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever 957
Ehrlichioses and Anaplasmosis 958
Malaria 958
Dengue 958
Severe Viral Infections 959
Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome 959
Influenza 959
Potential Agents of Bioterrorism 959
Anthrax 960
Smallpox 960
Plague 960
Tularemia 960
Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers 960
Selected References 961
References 961.e1
5 Renal Disease and Metabolic Disorders in the Critically Ill 963
55 Acute Kidney Injury 965
Chapter Outline 965
Definition 965
Epidemiology 967
Pathogenesis 968
Prerenal Acute Kidney Injury 969
Postrenal Acute Kidney Injury 971
Intrinsic Acute Kidney Injury 971
Acute Tubular Necrosis 971
Acute Interstitial Nephritis 971
Acute Glomerulonephritis 972
Acute Vascular Syndromes 972
Intratubular Obstruction 972
Clinical Manifestations 972
Retention of Filtration Markers 972
Urea 972
Creatinine 973
Cystatin C 973
Markers of Tubular Injury 973
Oligoanuria 973
Detection of Biochemical or Clinical Complications 974
Diagnostic Approach 974
General Aspects 974
History, Physical Examination, and Record Review 974
Urinalysis and Urine Indices 975
Radiologic Imaging 976
Other Laboratory Testing 976
Novel Biomarkers 976
Renal Biopsy 976
Prevention 976
Maintenance of Renal Perfusion 976
Avoidance of Nephrotoxicity 977
Prevention of Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury 978
Management of Established Acute Kidney Injury 978
Management of Volume Status 979
Preventing, Monitoring, and Treating Complications 979
Hyperkalemia 979.e1
Hyponatremia 979.e1
Calcium, Phosphorus, and Magnesium Disorders 979.e1
Hyperuricemia 979.e2
Metabolic Acidosis 979.e2
Anemia 979.e2
Bleeding 979.e2
Infections 979.e3
Cardiovascular Complications 979.e3
Pulmonary Complications 979.e3
Gastrointestinal Complications 979.e3
Neurologic Complications 979.e4
Medication Dosing Considerations 979
Nutritional Considerations 979
Renal Replacement Therapy 980
Modalities of Renal Replacement Therapy 980
Timing of Initiation of Renal Replacement Therapy 981
Intensity of Renal Support in Acute Kidney Injury 982
Prognosis and Outcomes 982
Suggested References 984
References 984.e1
56 Chronic Kidney Disease 985
Chapter Outline 985
Introduction 985
Definition and Etiology 985
Diagnosis 985
Physiology 987
Hypertension 987
Electrolyte Disorders 987
Sodium 987
Water 987
Potassium 988
Metabolic Acidosis 988
Mineral Bone Disorder 989
Anemia and Hematologic Disease 989
End-Stage Renal Disease 990
Kidney Transplant Patients 990
Drug Dosing 990
Summary 991
Selected References 991
References 992.e1
57 Acid-Base, Electrolyte, and Metabolic Abnormalities 993
Chapter Outline 993
Acid-Base Homeostasis 993
Normal Acid-Base Physiology 993
Metabolic Acidosis 994
Definition and Classification 994
Consequences of Acidemia 996
Diagnosis of Acid-Base Disorders 996
Treatment of Metabolic Acidosis 997
Metabolic Alkalosis 998
Definition and Classification 998
Clinical Consequences 998
Treatment 999
Potassium Homeostasis 999
Normal Potassium Physiology 999
Regulation of Internal Potassium Balance 999
Regulation of External Potassium Balance 1000
Disorders of Potassium Homeostasis 1000
Acute Hyperkalemia (Box 57.6) 1001
Excessive Potassium Intake 1001
Abnormal Potassium Distribution 1001
Pharmacologic Agents 1001
Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis 1001
Acute Renal Failure 1001
Pseudohyperkalemia 1002
Acute Hypokalemia 1002
Treatment of Diabetic Ketoacidosis 1002
Refeeding 1002
Pharmacologic Agents 1002
Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis 1002
Pseudohypokalemia 1002
Chronic Hyperkalemia 1003
Renal Failure 1003
Mineralocorticoid Deficiency 1003
Renal Potassium Secretory Defect 1003
Chronic Hypokalemia 1003
Inadequate Potassium Intake 1003
Excessive Potassium Losses 1003
Clinical Manifestations of Potassium Imbalance 1004
Clinical Manifestations of Hyperkalemia 1004
6 Neurologic Disease in the Critically Ill 1079
61 Coma 1081
Chapter Outline 1081
Concept and Terminology of Impaired Consciousness 1081
Neuroanatomy, Neurotransmitter, and Pathology 1084
Pathology Seen in Patients with Impaired Consciousness 1085
Approach to Coma 1085
Emergency Management 1085
Oxygenation and Intubation 1085
Respiration/PEEP 1085
Circulation 1086
Glucose and Thiamine 1086
Seizures 1086
Sedation and Paralysis 1086
Reversal of Drug Overdose 1086
Body Temperature 1087
History 1087
Physical Examination 1087
Assessment of Coma: General Aspects 1089
Standardized Neurobehavioral Assessment 1089
Neuroimaging 1090
Conventional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) 1090
Proton Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS) 1090
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) 1090
Functional MRI (fMRI) 1090
Electrophysiology 1091
EEG 1091
Event-Related Potentials (ERPs) 1092
Evoked Potentials 1092
Cerebral Blood Flow Monitoring 1092
Xenon-Enhanced CT Scanning 1092
General Treatment Approach 1092
Traumatic and Nontraumatic Coma 1093
Coma after Severe Traumatic Brain Injury 1093
Coma after Cardiac Arrest 1095
Ethical Considerations 1096
Selected References 1097
References 1097.e1
62 Neurologic Criteria for Death in Adults 1098
Chapter Outline 1098
Historical Perspective and Definitions 1098
Determination of Brain Death 1099
Clinical Evaluation of Coma and Prerequisites 1099
Absence of Brainstem Reflexes 1100
Apnea 1100
Confirmatory Testing 1101
Origins of Confirmatory Testing in Brain Death 1102
Accuracy of Confirmatory Tests 1102
Recommendations for Confirmatory Testing 1103
Special Circumstances 1104
Determination of Brain Death After Cardiac Arrest in the Era of Therapeutic Hypothermia 1104
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation 1104
Conclusions 1104
References 1105.e1
Selected References 1105
63 Stroke 1106
Chapter Outline 1106
Historical Background 1106
Overview 1106
Advances in Radiology 1108
Thrombolysis in Stroke 1109
Symptomatic Carotid Disease/Stenting 1113
Anticoagulation in Stroke 1115
Antiplatelet Agents in Stroke 1117
Patent Foramen Ovale 1118
Massive Hemispheric Cerebral Infarct 1118
Critical Care Consultation 1119
Summary 1119
Selected References 1119
References 1120.e1
64 Muscular Paralysis: 1121
Chapter Outline 1121
Clinical Presentation 1121
Myasthenia Gravis 1121
Guillain-Barré Syndrome 1122
Acute Neuromuscular Respiratory Failure 1122
Pathophysiology 1122
Clinical Evaluation 1123
Noninvasive Ventilation: Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure 1124
Mechanical Ventilation: Endotracheal Intubation 1125
Myasthenia Gravis 1125
Guillain-Barré Syndrome 1125
Extubation Trials 1126
Management 1126
Myasthenia Gravis 1126
Guillain-Barré Syndrome 1128
Selected References 1129
References 1129.e1
65 Seizures in the Critically Ill 1130
Chapter Outline 1130
History 1130
Epidemiology 1130
Nosology and Semiology 1131
Pathogenesis 1132
Pathophysiology 1133
Clinical Manifestations 1137
Recognition of Seizures 1137
Manifestations of Status Epilepticus 1137
Diagnostic Approach 1138
The Intensive Care Unit Patient with New-Onset Seizures 1138
The Patient Presenting with or Developing Status Epilepticus 1139
Management Approach 1139
The Intensive Care Unit Patient with New-Onset Seizures 1139
Status Epilepticus 1140
Specific Agents 1140
Benzodiazepines 1140
Hydantoins 1141
Barbiturates 1142
Valproate 1142
Isoflurane and Desflurane 1142
Propofol 1142
Ketamine 1142
Levetiracetam 1142
Lacosamide 1142
Controversial Management Issues 1143
Prognosis 1143
Selected References 1144
References 1144.e1
66 Head Injury 1145
Chapter Outline 1145
Introduction 1145
Incidence 1145
Diagnostic Approach 1146
Glasgow Coma Scale 1146
Computed Tomography Classification: Marshall Classification 1146
Prediction of Outcomes 1147
Primary Head Injury 1147
Skull Fractures 1148
Epidural Hematoma 1150
Subdural Hematoma 1152
Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage 1154
Intraparenchymal Contusions and Hematomas 1154
Hypothalamic-Pituitary Injury 1157
Diffuse Axonal Injury 1157
Penetrating Brain Injury 1159
Classification 1159
Ballistics 1160
Initial Resuscitation 1161
Surgical Management 1161
Predictive Factors 1161
Special Problems 1162
Course in the Intensive Care Unit 1162
Secondary Head Injury 1162
Basic Concepts 1162
Cerebral Blood Volume 1163
Arterial Blood Compartment 1164
Blood Pressure 1164
Cerebral Perfusion Pressure 1165
Carbon Dioxide 1166
Oxygen 1167
Metabolism 1167
Viscosity 1167
Venous Blood Compartment 1168
Brain Compartment 1168
Cerebral Edema 1168
Hyperosmolar Therapy 1169
Mannitol 1169
Hypertonic Saline 1169
Cerebrospinal Fluid Compartment 1170
Specific Treatment Considerations 1170
Craniectomy 1170
Management of Intracranial Hypertension 1170
Anticoagulation 1171
Nutritional Support 1173
Role of Steroid Therapy 1173
Conclusions 1173
Selected References 1173
References 1173.e1
7 Physical and Toxic Injury in the Critically Ill 1175
67 Critical Care Management of the Severely Burned Patient 1177
Chapter Outline 1177
Introduction 1177
Incidence and Survival from Burn Injury 1177
Pathophysiology of Burns 1178
Acute Care of the Burned Patient 1179
Initial Assessment 1180
Scene Safety: Stop the Burning Process 1180
The Primary Survey and Inhalation Injury 1180
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning 1180
Upper Airway Injury 1180
Indications for Intubation 1180
Pulmonary (“True”) Inhalation Injury 1181
Begin Resuscitation 1181
The Secondary Survey 1181
Burns and Multiple Trauma 1181
The Resuscitation Phase 1183
Burn Shock 1183
Fluid Resuscitation of Burn Patients 1184
The Phenomenon of “Fluid Creep” 1185
Hypertonic Resuscitation 1186
Crystalloid Versus Colloid 1186
Pharmacologic Manipulation of Resuscitation 1187
Practicing Effective Resuscitation 1187
Complications of Edema 1187
Facial Swelling 1187
Ocular Swelling 1187
Extremity Compartment Syndromes 1187
Torso Compartment Syndromes 1189
Acute Renal Failure 1190
Electrolyte Abnormalities 1190
The Wound Coverage Phase 1190
Surgical Treatment of Burn Patients 1190
Indications and Timing of Surgery 1190
Hemodynamic Support 1191
Temperature Control 1191
Burn Pharmacology and Anesthesia 1191
Pain Control 1191
Pulmonary Management 1191
Cardiovascular Complications and Care 1192
Adrenal Insufficiency 1192
Infection Control 1192
Burn Wound Infections 1192
Other Infections 1193
Metabolic Support and Gastrointestinal Management 1193
The Hypermetabolism of Burn Injury 1193
Route and Timing of Nutritional Support 1194
Energy Requirements 1194
Enteral Formulas 1194
Carbohydrates and Glucose Control 1194
Fat 1194
Protein 1194
Specific Amino Acids 1194
Other Nutrients 1195
Monitoring Nutritional Support 1195
Modulation of Hypermetabolism 1195
Gastrointestinal Complications in Burn Patients 1195
Acute Cholecystitis 1195
Hepatic Enzyme Elevation 1195
Pancreatitis 1195
Gastrointestinal Bleeding 1196
Ileus and Intestinal Necrosis 1196
Diarrhea 1196
Hematologic Considerations 1196
Red Blood Cells 1196
White Blood Cells 1196
Platelets 1196
Thromboembolism 1196
The Rehabilitation Phase 1197
Selected References 1198
References 1198.e1
68 Poisonings 1199
Chapter Outline 1199
Resuscitation and Stabilization 1199
Diagnosis 1199
History 1199
Physical Examination 1200
Toxidromes 1200
Laboratory Tests 1201
Gastrointestinal Decontamination 1201
Enhanced Elimination 1202
Specific Poisonings 1203
Alcohols 1203
Ethylene Glycol and Methanol 1203
Isopropyl Alcohol 1205
Propylene Glycol 1205
Analgesics 1205
Acetaminophen 1205
Opioids 1206
Salicylates 1207
Carbon Monoxide 1207
Cardiovascular Drugs 1208
Beta Blockers 1208
Calcium Channel Blockers 1209
Digoxin 1209
Cyanide 1210
Dietary and Nutritional Agents 1211
Methemoglobin Inducers 1211
Organophosphate and Carbamate Agents 1212
Psychotropic Drugs 1213
Cyclic Antidepressants 1213
Lithium 1214
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors 1214
Sedatives 1215
Benzodiazepines 1215
Gamma Hydroxybutyrate 1215
Propofol 1216
Stimulants 1216
Amphetamines/Methamphetamines 1216
Cocaine 1216
Mephedrone/Methylenedioxypyrovalerone (Bath Salts) 1217
Valproic Acid 1218
Selected References 1218
References 1219.e1
69 Hypothermia, Hyperthermia, and Rhabdomyolysis 1220
Chapter Outline 1220
Hypothermia 1220
Epidemiology 1220
Definition 1221
Heat Regulation 1221
Clinical Presentation 1221
Etiologic Factors (Fig. 69.1) 1221
Diagnosis 1221
End-Organ Manifestations (Fig. 69.2) 1222
Cerebral Effects 1222
Cardiovascular Effects 1222
Respiratory Changes 1223
Renal Changes 1223
Gastrointestinal Changes 1223
Laboratory Evaluation 1223
Arterial Blood Gases 1224
Complete Blood Count 1224
Coagulation Factors 1224
Blood Urea Nitrogen/Creatinine/Electrolytes 1224
Blood Glucose 1224
Other Laboratory Abnormalities 1224
Electrocardiography Changes 1224
Management 1224
Initial Stabilization 1224
Airway/Breathing Support 1224
Cardiocirculatory Support 1224
Volume Resuscitation 1224
Cardiac Resuscitation 1225
Defibrillation. 1225
Cardioactive Drugs. 1225
Additional Support 1225
Rewarming Methods 1225
Passive External Rewarming 1225
Active Rewarming 1225
Active External Rewarming. 1225
Active Internal Rewarming. 1225
Peritoneal and Pleural Lavage 1225
Extracorporeal Methods of Rewarming 1226
Hemodialysis. 1226
Continuous Arteriovenous Rewarming. 1226
Continuous Venovenous Hemofiltration. 1226
Cardiopulmonary Bypass. 1226
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation. 1226
Endovascular Temperature Control Device. 1226
Prognosis 1226
Hyperthermia 1226
History and Incidence 1226
Pathogenesis 1227
Thermoregulation 1227
Acclimatization 1227
Acute-Phase Response 1227
Heat Shock Response 1227
Predisposing Factors 1227
Presentation and Clinical Manifestations 1228
Diagnostic Approach 1228
Approach to Management 1228
Supportive Measures 1229
Cooling Measures 1229
Specific Hyperthermic Syndromes 1230
Malignant Hyperthermia 1230
Pathogenesis 1230
Presentation 1230
Diagnosis 1231
Treatment 1231
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome 1231
Pathophysiology 1231
Presentation 1231
Treatment 1232
Rhabdomyolysis 1232
Epidemiology 1232
Pathophysiology 1233
Clinical Presentation 1233
Specific Treatment Requirements 1234
Selected References 1235
References 1235.e1
8 Administrative, Ethical, and Psychological Issues in the Care of the Critically Ill 1237
70 Intensive Care Unit Administration and Performance Improvement 1239
Chapter Outline 1239
The Present-Day Critical Care Landscape 1240
Idealized Design for Critical Care Practice 1241
Rational Model for Critical Care Delivery 1241
Financial Modeling of Critical Care 1243
State of Critical Care Reimbursement 1243
Focus on Expenditures and Revenues 1244
Critical Care as a Product Line 1244
Critical Care Quality Improvement 1244
Background 1244
Donabedian Framework 1245
Quality Improvement Landscape 1245
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality 1245
National Quality Forum 1245
The Joint Commission 1245
Alignment of Efforts 1246
The Leapfrog Group: Purchasers and Payers 1246
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement 1246
Sponsored Statewide and Integrated Health System Collaboratives 1246
Pay for Performance and Quality Reporting 1246
Specific Quality Improvement Interventions in Critical Care 1247
Shewart Model for Process Improvement 1247
Decreasing Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia Rates 1247
Decreasing Central Line–Associated Bloodstream Infection Rates 1248
Deploying Rapid Response Teams 1248
Resuscitation and Treatment for Severe Sepsis or Septic Shock 1248
Establishing Multidisciplinary Rounds 1248
Assessing Daily Patient Goals 1248
Practice Management-Clinician-Family Communication 1249
Open Versus Closed Intensive Care Units: Intensivist-Led Model 1249
Culture Transformation and Organizational Learning 1249
Selected References 1250
References 1250.e1
71 Ethical Considerations in Managing Critically Ill Patients 1251
Chapter Outline 1251
The Doctor-Patient Relationship 1251
Communication with Patients 1252
Decision Making for Cognitively Impaired Patients 1252
Collaborative Care 1253
Avoiding Conflicts in the Intensive Care Unit 1253
Justice-Related Issues 1253
Admission Criteria 1255
Discharge Criteria 1255
Triage 1255
Disparity in Use and Outcome of Intensive Care 1256
Ethics Consultation in the Intensive Care Unit 1256
The Ethics of End-of-Life Care 1256
Defining Death 1256
Withholding and Withdrawing Life-Sustaining Treatment 1257
Advance Care Directives and Durable Powers of Attorney 1257
Futile Treatments 1260
Ordinary/Extraordinary Care 1261
Substituted Judgment 1261
Best Interests 1261
Ethical Issues in Transitioning Patients to Palliative Care 1261
Palliative Sedation 1262
Euthanasia and Physician-Assisted Suicide 1263
Research in Critically Ill Patients 1264
History and Fundamentals of Human Research Ethics 1264
Putting Principles into Practice: Applications 1265
Scientific Validity 1265
Placebo Controls 1266
Choice of Control in Clinical Trials Comparing a New Intervention with the Current Standard of Care 1266
Informed Consent 1266
Disclosure of Information 1266
Decision-Making Capacity 1266
Voluntariness 1267
Proxy Consent 1267
Waiver of Informed Consent 1268
Analysis of Risks and Benefits 1268
Core Safeguards for Vulnerable Subjects 1269
Monitoring for Safety of Research Participants 1269
Research in the International Context 1269
Collection and Storage of Tissue Samples for Future Unspecified Research, Particularly Genetic Research 1269
Response to Disaster 1270
Selected References 1270
References 1270.e1
72 Delirium, Sleep, and Mental Health Disturbances in Critical Illness 1271
Chapter Outline 1271
Overview 1271
Acute Brain Dysfunction or Delirium 1272
Definition 1272
Prevalence and Subtypes 1272
Prognostic Significance 1272
Pathophysiology 1272
Neurotransmitters 1273
Inflammatory Mediators 1273
Impaired Oxidative Metabolism 1273
Cholinergic Deficiency 1273
Large Neutral Amino Acid in Delirium 1273
Inflammation 1273
Risk Factors for Delirium 1273
Sedatives and Analgesic Agents Contributing to Delirium 1274
Diagnosis 1275
Prevention and Management 1276
Primary Prevention and Nonpharmacologic Approaches 1276
Pharmacologic Therapy 1277
Sleep Disruption in the Critically Ill 1280
Neurotransmission in Sleep 1280
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder 1281
Definition and Diagnostic Criteria 1281
Prevalence of ICU-Related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder 1282
Risk Factors for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder 1282
Conceptual Explanations for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder After Critical Illness 1282
Long-Term Cognitive Impairment after Critical Illness 1283
Depression 1283
Concluding Thoughts 1284
Selected References 1285
References 1285.e1
73 Severity of Illness Scoring Systems 1286
Chapter Outline 1286
Historical Perspective 1287
Severity of Illness Assessment and Outcome Prediction 1287
Recalibrating and Expanding Existing Models 1289
Building New Models 1289
The SAPS 3 Admission Model 1289
The APACHE IV Model 1290
The MPM0 III Model 1290
Developing Predictive Models 1290
Selecting the Target Population 1290
Outcome Selection 1290
Data Collection 1291
Selection of Variables 1291
Validation of the Model 1292
Goodness of Fit 1292
Uniformity of Fit 1293
Updating Severity Scores 1293
Using a Severity of Illness Score 1293
Calculating a Severity of Illness Score 1293
Transforming the Score into a Probability of Death 1294
Application of a Severity of Illness Score: Evaluation of Patients 1294
Evaluating Individual Patients 1294
Evaluating Groups of Patients 1294
Organ Dysfunction/Failure Scoring Systems 1295
Multiple Organ Dysfunction Score 1295
Sequential Organ Failure Assessment Score 1296
Logistic Organ Dysfunction System Score 1296
Comparison of the Described Systems 1296
Scoring Systems for Specific Clinical Conditions 1296
Directions for Further Research 1297
Selected References 1297
References 1298.e1
74 Education and Training in Intensive Care Medicine 1299
Chapter Outline 1299
Training Aspirations for Intensive Care Medicine 1299
The Training Environment 1299
Current Training in Intensive Care Medicine 1300
Competency-Based Training 1301
Defining Core Competencies 1301
Evolving Professional Roles: Implications for Training 1301
Practical Implications of Competency-Based Training 1301
Assessment 1302
Delivering Training and Assessment in the Workplace: Role of Simulation 1303
Summary 1305
Selected References 1305
References 1305.e1
9 Other Critical Care Disorders and Issues in the Critically Ill 1307
75 Diagnosis and Management of Liver Failure in the Adult 1309
Chapter Outline 1309
Decompensation of Chronic Liver Disease 1309
Precipitating Factors of Acute on Chronic Liver Failure 1310
Alcoholic Hepatitis 1310
Portal Hypertensive Bleeding 1310
Bacterial Peritonitis 1310
Supportive Management in Critical Care 1310
Outcome and Data on ICU Use in Decompensated Cirrhosis 1312
Acute (Fulminant) Liver Failure 1312
Etiology 1313
Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) 1314
Viral Hepatitis 1315
Acute Presentation of Autoimmune Hepatitis 1317
Drug-Induced Liver Disease 1317
Pregnancy-Induced Liver Disease 1318
Wilson’s Disease 1319
Neoplastic Infiltration 1319
Budd-Chiari Syndrome 1319
Veno-occLusive Disease of the Liver 1320
Hypoxic (Ischemic) Hepatitis 1320
Heat Stroke 1321
Mushroom Poisoning 1321
Clinical Course 1321
History and Physical Examination 1321
Initial Resuscitation and Emergency Care 1321
Investigation in a Patient with Suspected Acute Liver Failure 1323
Transfer Criteria Guide 1323
Management 1324
Supportive Care 1324
Airway and Ventilation 1324
Circulation 1324
Renal Support 1325
Intracranial Hypertension 1325
Etiology 1325
Management 1326
Predicting Intracranial Hypertension 1326
Monitoring the Brain 1326
Prophylactic Measures 1328
Cerebral Perfusion Pressure 1328
General Management of Patients with Raised Intracranial Pressure 1328
Seizures 1329
Infection and Immunosuppression 1329
Nutrition 1330
Artificial Liver Support 1330
Biologic Systems 1330
Nonbiologic Systems 1330
Liver Transplantation 1330
When and Whom to Transplant 1330
Outcome from Transplantation 1331
Auxiliary Transplantation 1332
Living Related Lobe Donation 1332
Selected References 1333
References 1333.e1
76 Gastrointestinal Bleeding 1334
Chapter Outline 1334
Clinical Presentation 1334
Initial Evaluation and Resuscitation 1334
History and Clinical Findings 1335
Diagnostic Tests 1337
Therapeutic Options 1337
Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding 1337
Differential Diagnosis 1337
Nonvariceal Bleeding 1337
Peptic Ulcer Disease 1337
Other Sources of Nonvariceal Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding 1338
Bleeding Secondary to Portal Hypertension 1339
Esophageal Varices 1339
Gastric Varices 1339
Diagnostic Evaluation 1339
Endoscopic Examination 1339
Nonendoscopic Assessment 1340
Therapeutic Alternatives 1341
Nonvariceal Bleeding 1341
Pharmacotherapy 1341
Endoscopic Therapy 1341
Angiographic Therapy 1342
Surgical Therapy 1342
Variceal Bleeding 1342
Pharmacotherapy 1342
Endoscopic Therapy 1343
Balloon Tamponade 1343
Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt 1343
Surgical Therapy 1344
Stress-Related Mucosal Disease 1344
Prophylaxis 1345
Treatment 1346
Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding 1346
Differential Diagnosis 1346
Diverticular Bleeding 1346
Ischemic Colitis and Other Forms of Colitis 1346
Angiodysplasia 1346
Other Sources of Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding 1347
Diagnostic Evaluation 1348
Colonoscopy 1348
Radionuclide Scanning 1348
Angiography 1348
Computed Tomography 1348
Therapeutic Alternatives 1349
Endoscopic Therapy 1349
Angiographic Therapy 1349
Surgical Therapy 1349
Obscure Gastrointestinal Bleeding 1349
Differential Diagnosis 1349
Diagnostic Evaluation 1349
Conclusion 1350
Selected References 1352
References 1352.e1
77 Acute Pancreatitis 1353
Chapter Outline 1353
Introduction 1353
Definitions and Terminology 1353
Pathogenesis 1354
Etiology and Risk Factors 1355
Clinical Presentation and Diagnosis 1356
Early Management of the Critically Ill Patient with Acute Pancreatitis 1357
Initial Resuscitation 1357
Infection Prophylaxis 1357
Nutritional Support 1358
Adjuvant Therapy 1358
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) in Acute Gallstone Pancreatitis 1358
Management of the Late Complications of Severe Acute Pancreatitis 1359
Pancreatic Pseudocysts 1359
Infected Necrosis and Pancreatic Abscess 1359
Vascular Complications of Necrotizing Pancreatitis 1360
Long-Term Outcome and Quality of Life 1361
Conclusions 1361
Selected References 1361
References 1362.e1
78 Hemorrhagic and Thrombotic Disorders 1363
Chapter Outline 1363
Approach to a Critically Ill Patient with Hemorrhage or Thrombosis 1363
Laboratory Tests of Coagulation 1363
Disorders of Platelets 1364
Thrombocytopenia 1364
Mechanisms and General Management 1364
Pseudothrombocytopenia 1364
Drug-Induced Thrombocytopenia 1364
Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa Inhibitors 1365
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura 1365
Post-transfusion Purpura 1365
Acquired Platelet Dysfunction 1365
Medication-Induced Abnormalities 1365
Renal Failure 1365
Thrombocytosis 1366
Complex Thrombohemorrhagic Disorders 1366
Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia 1366
Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura 1368
Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome 1368
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation 1368
Disorders of Hemostasis 1370
Artifacts 1370
Coagulation Factor Abnormalities 1370
Acquired Deficiencies of Procoagulants 1370
Vitamin K Deficiency 1370
Liver Disease 1370
Massive Transfusion 1370
Acquired Circulating Inhibitors 1371
Factor VIII Inhibitors 1371
Factor V Inhibitor 1371
Inherited Deficiencies of Procoagulants 1371
von Willebrand Disease 1371
Factor VIII Deficiency 1371
Factor IX Deficiency 1371
Factor XI Deficiency 1372
Venous Thromboembolism 1372
Deep Venous Thrombosis Prophylaxis 1372
Therapy for Venous Thromboembolism 1372
Inferior Vena Cava Filter 1372
Catastrophic Antiphospholipid Syndrome 1372
Anticoagulants 1372
Heparin, Heparin Derivatives, and Heparinoid 1372
Heparin 1372
Unfractionated Heparin 1373
Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin 1373
Pentasaccharide 1373
Heparinoid 1373
Direct Thrombin Inhibitors 1373
Oral Factor Xa Inhibitors 1374
Apixiban 1374
Rivaroxaban 1374
Warfarin 1375
Selected References 1375
References 1375.e1
79 Use of Blood Components in the Intensive Care Unit 1376
Chapter Outline 1376
Blood Components and Indications for Transfusion 1376
Whole Blood and Red Blood Cells 1377
Indications for Red Blood Cell Transfusion 1378
Platelets 1380
Indications for Platelet Transfusion 1381
Plasma-Derived Components 1382
Plasma 1382
Indications for Fresh Frozen Plasma 1382
Cryoprecipitate 1383
Indications for Cryoprecipitate Transfusion 1383
Adverse Effects of Blood Component Transfusion 1384
Acute Transfusion Reactions 1384
Acute Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction 1384
Febrile Nonhemolytic Transfusion Reactions 1384
Anaphylaxis 1385
Allergic and Urticarial Reactions 1385
Delayed Hemolytic Transfusion Reactions 1385
Transfusion-Associated Circulatory Overload 1385
Transfusion-Related Acute Lung Injury 1386
Transfusion-Associated Graft-Versus-Host Disease 1386
Transfusion-Related Immunomodulation 1386
Transfusion-Transmitted Infectious Diseases 1387
Microbial and Endotoxin Contamination 1387
Hepatitis 1387
Retroviruses 1387
Cytomegalovirus 1388
Parasites 1388
Emerging Infections in Transfusion Medicine 1388
Special Transfusion Situations in the Critical Care Setting 1388
Massive Transfusion 1388
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia 1390
Necessary Transfusion of Incompatible Blood 1390
Transfusion in Patients with Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation 1390
Hepatic Failure 1390
Alternatives to Transfusion of Blood Components 1390
Blood Substitutes 1391
Desmopressin 1391
Antifibrinolytic Agents 1391
Vitamin K 1391
Hematopoietic Growth Factors 1391
Cell Salvage Technology 1391
Legal Issues in Transfusion Medicine 1392
Selected References 1392
References 1393.e1
80 Intensive Care of the Cancer Patient 1394
Chapter Outline 1394
Metabolic and Endocrine Complications 1395
Tumor Lysis Syndrome 1395
Hypercalcemia 1396
Oncogenic Osteomalacia 1396
Syndrome of Inappropriate Secretion of Antidiuretic Hormone 1396
Adrenal Failure 1397
Pheochromocytoma 1397
Tumor-Induced Hypoglycemia 1397
Chemotherapy-Induced Metabolic Disturbances 1398
Cardiac Complications in Cancer Patients 1398
Superior Vena Cava Syndrome 1398
Cardiac Tamponade 1398
Treatment-Induced Cardiac Dysfunction 1399
Pulmonary Complications in Cancer Patients 1399
Lymphangitic Tumor Involvement 1399
Treatment-Induced Pulmonary Dysfunction 1399
Diffuse Interstitial Pneumonitis 1400
Hemoptysis 1400
Infectious Complications in Cancer Patients 1401
Febrile Neutropenia and Septic Shock 1401
Neurologic Complications in Cancer Patients 1401
Spinal Cord Compression 1401
Brain Metastases and Hemorrhage 1401
Uncontrolled Seizures 1402
Gastrointestinal Complications in Cancer Patients 1402
Tumor-Induced Emergencies 1402
Chemotherapy-Induced Gastrointestinal Dysfunction 1402
Gastrointestinal Lymphomas 1404
Genitourinary Complications in Cancer Patients 1404
Tumor-Induced Genitourinary Dysfunction 1404
Chemotherapy-Induced Genitourinary Complications 1404
Hematologic Complications in Cancer Patients 1404
Hyperleukocytosis 1405
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation 1405
Biologic Therapy 1405
Interleukin 2 1405
Interleukin 2 Pulmonary Capillary Leak 1405
Interleukin 2 Renal Dysfunction 1406
Cardiac Rhythm Disturbances and Myocardial Infarction 1406
Allergic and Anaphylactic Reactions to Monoclonal Antibodies 1406
Immune-Mediated Toxicities from T-Cell–Directed Therapy 1407
Special Considerations in Bone Marrow Transplantation 1407
Acute and Chronic Graft-Versus-Host Disease 1407
Veno-occlusive Disease 1407
Infectious Complications of Stem Cell Transplantation 1407
Code Status and Intensive Care in Cancer Patients 1408
Summary 1408
Selected References 1409
References 1409.e1
81 Critical Care Medicine in Pregnancy 1410
Chapter Outline 1410
Physiologic Changes in Pregnancy 1410
Critical Care Management 1412
General Care 1412
Positioning 1412
Nutrition 1412
Thrombosis Prophylaxis 1412
Radiologic Procedures and Fetal Risk 1412
Drug Therapy in Pregnancy 1413
Catecholamines 1413
Sedation, Analgesia, and Neuromuscular Blockade 1413
Antibiotics 1413
Fetal Oxygenation and Monitoring 1413
Hemodynamic Monitoring 1414
Ventilatory Support 1414
Noninvasive Ventilation 1414
Airway Management 1414
Mechanical Ventilation 1414
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 1414
Pregnancy-Specific Conditions Requiring Intensive Care Unit Care 1414
Preeclampsia 1414
HELLP Syndrome 1415
Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy 1416
Amniotic Fluid Embolism 1416
Obstetric Hemorrhage 1417
Peripartum Cardiomyopathy 1417
Tocolytic Pulmonary Edema 1417
Gestational Trophoblastic Disease 1417
Conditions Not Specific to Pregnancy 1417
Septic Shock 1417
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome in Pregnancy 1418
Pulmonary Thromboembolic Disease 1418
Asthma 1419
Cardiac Disease 1419
Trauma 1419
Selected References 1420
References 1420.e1
82 Nutrition Support 1421
Chapter Outline 1421
Malnutrition 1421
Starvation Versus Stress Metabolism 1421
Carbohydrate Metabolism in Critical Illness 1422
Fat Metabolism in Critical Illness 1423
Protein Metabolism in Critical Illness 1423
Indications for Nutrition Support 1423
Goals of Nutrition Support 1423
Nutrition Support in Critical Illness 1424
Calories 1424
Carbohydrate 1424
Fat 1425
Protein 1425
Electrolytes, Vitamins, and Trace Elements 1425
Route and Timing of Administration 1427
Types of Nutritional Formulas 1428
Organ-Specific Enteral Formulas 1428
Immunomodulating Enteral Formulas 1429
Nutritional Assessment and Monitoring 1429
Complications of Nutrition Support 1432
Complications of Enteral Nutrition Support 1433
Complications of Parenteral Nutrition Support 1434
Metabolic Complications of Nutrition Support 1434
Selected References 1435
References 1435.e1
83 Bedside Ultrasonography in the Critical Care Patient 1436
Chapter Outline 1436
Lung Ultrasonography 1436
Technique and Equipment 1436
Pneumothorax 1437
Lung Consolidation 1438
Alveolar-Interstitial Syndrome 1439
Pleural Effusion 1439
Thoracentesis 1439
Abdominal Ultrasonography 1440
Paracentesis 1440
The “FAST” Examination 1441
Abdominal Aorta 1442
Renal Ultrasonography 1443
Deep Venous Thrombosis Ultrasonography 1444
Vascular Access 1445
Selected References 1447
References 1447.e1
Index 1449
A 1449
B 1454
C 1456
D 1461
E 1462
F 1464
G 1465
H 1466
I 1469
J 1471
K 1471
L 1472
M 1473
N 1475
O 1476
P 1477
Q 1481
R 1481
S 1483
T 1485
U 1488
V 1488
W 1489
X 1490
Y 1490
Z 1490
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