Editorial Archives - Critical Care Science (CCS)

The global intensive care community mourns the loss of a visionary. Professor Rinaldo Bellomo’s passing leaves an irreplaceable void, but also gives us the opportunity of learning from his imense legacy. Professor Bellomo was not only one of the most prolific and cited researchers in the history of critical care, he was also a tireless […]

Alpha-2 agonists have been used as anesthetic adjuncts for a very long time. Initially, drugs such as xylazine and detomidine were almost solely used for veterinary practice. Subsequent studies demonstrated the effectiveness of deep anesthesia in animals employing the newer, more potent, and selective alpha-2-agonists, such as the stereoisomer of medetomidine, dexmedetomidine (D-isomer). In the […]

Study summary This Joint Statement is available online () and provides readers with 100 suggestions and 288 considerations for clinical practice across 38 themes related to mechanically ventilated patients. The statement provides recommendations not only about the process (before-during-after) of MV itself but also about related aspects of the management of mechanically ventilated patients, such […]

Healthcare expenditures are rising rapidly in many developed countries, and debates are being focused on coping with the rising demand. The ability to address the increasing number of older individuals who often present with multiple chronic conditions differs significantly from what most healthcare systems were designed to support. There is a growing need to prevent […]

Clinical research in intensive care units (ICUs) is of paramount importance for improving patient care and outcomes. In the era of evidence-based medicine, ensuring that intensive care practices are based on the implementation of new scientific discoveries has become increasingly important. Beyond implementing these advances in medical research, there is evidence from several medical specialties, […]

Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are a significant challenge in hospital settings, leading to increased morbidity and mortality among patients. Importantly, many instances of HAIs are preventable. Extensive observational research has revealed that the prevalence of HAIs is 5 to 10% in the United States and Europe, but it has increased to approximately 40% in regions such […]

The number of cancer patients admitted to intensive care units (ICUs) has significantly increased over the past few decades. It is currently estimated that 20 to 30% of patients admitted to ICUs have oncological diseases. During this period, short-term survival rates for this patient population, including those with oncohematological conditions, have shown an increasing trend. […]