This podcast outlines Airway Pressure Release Ventilation (APRV), a mode of mechanical ventilation using two levels of positive airway pressure to improve lung function and encourage spontaneous breathing. It covers the clinical uses of APRV, mainly for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) ,and its contraindications. It explains how APRV works, details how to set and adjust the ventilator, and reviews the supporting evidence, benefits, risks, and practical considerations, including its impact on blood circulation and methods for weaning patients off ventilation.Note: AI voice assistance was utilized for presentation materials.Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For any medical conditions, please consult your medical doctor for accurate recommendations.
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Acute Kidney Injury in Critical Care
This presentation overviews acute kidney injury (AKI) in critical care, covering its definition, causes, and diagnosis. It then details renal replacement therapy (RRT), including different types and their mechanics, and analyzes clinical trials on the timing of RRT initiation, concluding with a discussion on bicarbonate use in the critically ill.Note: AI voice assistance was utilized for presentation materials.Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For any medical conditions, please consult your medical doctor for accurate recommendations.
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Diabetic medications and heart disease
In this episode, we delve into the use of mainstream and newer anti-diabetic medications in settings of cardiovascular disease.Note: AI voice assistance was utilized for presentation materials.Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For any medical conditions, please consult your medical doctor for accurate recommendations.
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Acute Coronary Syndrome with 2025 ACC updates
In this episode, we delve into the most pertinent topics surrounding Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS). We'll cover everything from the acute management of ACS and its complications—including cardiogenic shock, cardiac arrest, and extracorporeal life support (ECLS)—to the crucial role of antiplatelet agents and lipid-lowering medications. This episode also provides an essential overview of the new 2025 ACC/AHA/ACEP/NAEMS/SCAI guidelines.Note: AI voice assistance was utilized for presentation materials.Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For any medical conditions, please consult your medical doctor for accurate recommendations.
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Lung transplantation
As an overview of lung transplantation, this episode delves into an important aspects of lung transplantation such as indications for different lung pathologies, risk factors, pre- transplant workup, lung transplantation complications, post transplant care and multiorgan transplants. Assistance of AI has been used to create the show. Information in this podcast is only for educational purposes. For any medical advice, please consult medical professionals. Feedback are appreciated. Consider subscribing.
Welcome to my audio series! I'm a PCCM fellow, and this podcast explores various important and current topics in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine. My goal is to dissect key subjects within our specialty. Your feedback is highly valued! Please help the channel grow by subscribing.
Disclaimer: This show was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence.
Please note: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For any medical concerns, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
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