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Published in: Critical Care 2/2006

01-04-2006 | Review

Pro-Con Debate: Steroid use in ACTH non-responsive septic shock patients with high baseline cortisol levels

Authors: Djillali Annane, Eddy Fan, Margaret S Herridge

Published in: Critical Care | Issue 2/2006

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Abstract

Steroid use in critically ill, vasopressor-dependant, septic patients has gained increased acceptance in recent years with the publication of encouraging data. However, with renewed interest and/or attention comes increased debate and analysis. As a result, it is not surprising to find that there is still significant controversy with regards to the role of steroids in many patients. In this article, two expert groups debate the role of steroid use in a septic shock patient with arguably no clear evidence of adrenal insufficiency.
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Metadata
Title
Pro-Con Debate: Steroid use in ACTH non-responsive septic shock patients with high baseline cortisol levels
Authors
Djillali Annane
Eddy Fan
Margaret S Herridge
Publication date
01-04-2006
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Critical Care / Issue 2/2006
Electronic ISSN: 1364-8535
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/cc4856

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