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Further cautions for the use of ventilatory-induced changes in arterial pressures to predict volume responsiveness

Author: Sheldon Magder

Published in: Critical Care | Issue 5/2010

Abstract

Variations in systemic arterial pressure with positive-pressure breathing are frequently used to guide fluid management in hemodynamically unstable patients. However, because of the complex physiology that determines the response, there are important limitations to their use. Two papers in a previous volume add pulmonary hypertension as limitations. Uncritical use of ventilatory-induced changes in arterial pressure can lead to excessive volume therapy and potential clinical harm, and they must be used with respect and thought.

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Title: Further cautions for the use of ventilatory-induced changes in arterial pressures to predict volume responsiveness
Author: Sheldon Magder
Publication date: 01-10-2010
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Critical Care / Issue 5/2010
Electronic ISSN: 1364-8535
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/cc9223

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