Can brachial artery peak velocity variation and changes in this parameter in response to passive leg raising be used as a marker to predict fluid responsiveness in spontaneously breathing septic patients? Background and study aims Generalised infection (sepsis) is a common reason for admission to intensive care. Intravenous fluid therapy (the infusion of liquid substances directly into a vein) is a v...

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Central venous blood gas and cardiac output Background and study aims Severe sepsis or septic shock occurs when your blood pressure drops to a dangerously low level after an infection. Treatment involves giving fluids through a vein and giving ...

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Central venous oxygen levels (ScvO2) for fluid optimisation in high risk surgical patients Background and study aims Fluids are routinely given to patients undergoing surgery to make up for fluid losses during the operation. The patient’s cardiac output (the amount of blood pumped by the ...

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