sepsis

“Beta blockers may improve hemodynamics, organ preservation, pressor requirements, and mortality”

Is there a role for beta blockade in septic patients? It seems counterintuitive, but Cynthia Santos, MD presents some recent literature suggesting a benefit in an ICU setting.

“Some have questioned exactly which parts of the bundle are beneficial, which parts are not, and which parts may be causing harm”

Steven Whelpley, DO reviews the recent literature on sepsis recognition and treatment in the ED.