Introduction Monitoring hospital mortality using retrospective case record review (RCRR) is
being adopted throughout the National Health Service (NHS) in England with publication of …

Postoperative sepsis remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. The complex
dysregulated host response to infection includes uncontrolled inflammation and immune …

As the proportion of elderly people in the general population increases, so does the number
admitted to critical care. In caring for an older patient, the intensivist has to balance the …

Paediatric patients display different pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic responses to
anaesthetic drugs. These drugs can be used safely in neonates and children if their altered …

Arterial blood gas analysis gives rapid and crucial information on disturbances in gas
exchange and acid base homeostasis. The interpretation of acid base disturbance is central …

Providing quality healthcare for the elderly is a major challenge to all clinicians. Despite
advances in clinical practice and antibiotic therapy, infectious diseases continue to be a …

Oral and maxillofacial surgery encompasses a vast array of surgical procedures involving a
diverse patient population. At one extreme is surgery for infants with congenital craniofacial …

Nutritional support is a fundamental component of standard supportive care in the
management of the critically ill patient. However, it is not without inherent risk. Enteral …