SCCM Resource Library-One Size Does Not Fit All: Characterization and Prognostication in Severe Neurologic Impairment

One Size Does Not Fit All: Characterization and Prognostication in Severe Neurologic Impairment

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The presentation reviewed the definition of severe neurological impairment in children within the context of pediatric neurocritical care. Severe neurological impairment involves significant motor and cognitive challenges arising from central nervous system disorders in childhood. The complexity of these cases surpasses the expertise of any single medical discipline, necessitating a multidisciplinary approach for management and prognostication. Key themes include the variability in neurological outcomes and the insufficiency of current literature, which is biased toward short-term mortality rather than long-term outcomes. A case study highlighted the challenges parents and medical professionals face in making informed decisions amid uncertainty. The discussion underscored the gap in expertise and training for delivering accurate neuroprognostication, emphasizing the need for validated models tailored to specific settings and the importance of humility in handling these complex cases. The current state of research emphasizes developing comprehensive, multidisciplinary models and training to improve long-term outcome predictions.

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One-Hour Concurrent Session | Optimizing ICU Care and Decision-Making for Children and AYAs With Severe Neurologic Impairment

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Membership Level Professional

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Year 2024

Keywords

pediatric neurocritical care

neurological impairment

multidisciplinary approach

neuroprognostication

long-term outcomes

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