ICU-Acquired Weakness and Recovery from Critical Illness

Kress, John P.; Hall, Jesse B.

doi:10.1056/nejmra1209390

reviewNew England Journal of MedicineApr 23, 2014Closed access

ICU-Acquired Weakness and Recovery from Critical Illness

JPJohn P. Kress JBJesse B. Hall

University of Chicago

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Abstract

Stays in intensive care units are commonly accompanied by muscle weakness. This article reviews the basis for these changes and provides guidance on how to prevent, diagnose, and treat this condition.

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850

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FWCI: 34.04
Percentile: 100%
References: 57

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Keywords

Medicine
Weakness
Muscle weakness
Intensive care medicine
Critical illness
Intensive care
Critically ill
Surgery

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

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