In this review, we aimed to comprehensively summarize current literature on
pathophysiology, relevance, diagnosis and treatment of fluid accumulation in patients with …

Background The prognostic value of extravascular lung water (EVLW) measured by
transpulmonary thermodilution (TPTD) in critically ill patients is debated. We performed a …

While fluid administration is one of the most common therapeutic interventions in critical
care, it carries high potential for harm as overzealous fluid resuscitation may lead to …

Fasting prior to surgery can cause dehydration and alter hemodynamics. This study aimed to
determine the impact of a carbohydrate-enriched drink (NutriciaTM Pre-op®) on selected …

Rationale: Bioimpedance may be a useful tool to guide fluid treatment and avoid organ
dysfunction related to fluid overload. Objective: We examined the correlation between …

Objective: To compare bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA)-derived parameters in healthy
volunteers and critically ill patients and to assess its prognostic value in an ICU patient …

Background and aims Muscle wasting is a prevalent issue among long-term critically ill
patients and is associated with adverse clinical outcomes. Evaluating muscle mass in the …

Alterations in bone mineral density (BMD) have been suggested as independent predictors
of survival for several diseases. However, little is known about the role of BMD in the context …

Cardiac output monitoring is a common practice in critically ill patients. The PiCCO (pulse
index continuous cardiac output) method requires artery cannulation. According to the …

Overzealous fluid administration and capillary leaks may lead to overhydration or tissue
edema. The deleterious effects of tissue edema involve disruption of tissue and endothelial …