2025 Multiprofessional Critical Care Review: Adult Online-9: Cardiac Output Monitoring Devices

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In this presentation on cardiac output monitoring devices, Dr. David Kaufman discusses the goals and various types of monitors commonly used in the critical care setting. He explains that the goal of hemodynamic monitoring is to support normal cellular metabolic function by maintaining or restoring the effective coordinated function of the macro and microcirculation. He describes the different types of monitors available, including the Fick principle, indicator dilution techniques, analysis of the arterial pulse waveform, thoracic impedance or bioreactance, and the use of ultrasound. Dr. Kaufman also discusses functional hemodynamic monitoring and how it can help assess fluid responsiveness and guide treatment decisions. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the limitations of each monitoring device and the need for additional studies to establish their accuracy and clinical benefit. Finally, he provides a list of recommended reading for those interested in learning more about this topic. Overall, the presentation provides an overview of the key concepts and technologies related to cardiac output monitoring in critical care.

Keywords

cardiac output monitoring

hemodynamic monitoring

critical care

fluid responsiveness

Fick principle

arterial pulse waveform

ultrasound

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