SCCM Resource Library-April Journal Club: Spotlight on Pharmacy (2023)

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In this video transcript, three different studies were discussed. The first study focused on the use of early adjunctive methylene blue in patients with septic shock. The study found that methylene blue reduced time on vasopressors and ICU length of stay, but did not affect mortality rates. The second study looked at the use of hydrocortisone in severe community-acquired pneumonia. The study found that hydrocortisone did not reduce 28-day mortality rates compared to placebo. The third study examined the efficacy and safety of early administration of four-factor prothrombin complex concentrate (PCC) in trauma patients at risk of massive transfusion. The study found that the use of four-factor PCC did not reduce blood product consumption or mortality rates, but was associated with an increased risk of thromboembolic events. Overall, these studies provide insights into the potential benefits and limitations of various treatments in critical care settings. However, more research is needed to further evaluate their effectiveness and safety.

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Pharmacology, Sepsis, Trauma, 2023

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The Journal Club: Spotlight on Pharmacy webcast series focuses on pharmacy topics. This event is held on the third Friday of each month and features lively discussion and in-depth presentations on the latest research. Registered attendees receive complimentary access to the webcast for one year.

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Content Type Webcast

Knowledge Area Pharmacology

Knowledge Area Sepsis

Knowledge Area Trauma

Knowledge Level Intermediate

Knowledge Level Advanced

Membership Level Professional

Membership Level Select

Tag Pharmacology

Tag Shock

Tag Hemorrhage

Year 2023

Keywords

methylene blue

septic shock

vasopressors

ICU length of stay

mortality rates

hydrocortisone

community-acquired pneumonia

28-day mortality rates

prothrombin complex concentrate

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