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	Volume 15 Issue 5
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	Editorial Obituary: Dr Max Harry Weil Jean-Louis Vincent Critical Care 2011, 15:192 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Viewpoint The tracheal tube: gateway to ventilator-associated pneumonia Parjam S Zolfaghari, Duncan LA Wyncoll Critical Care 2011, 15:310 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Commentary C-reactive protein in community-acquired sepsis: you can teach new tricks to an old dog Jorge IF Salluh, Thiago Lisboa Critical Care 2011, 15:186 (7 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Diagnostic potential of circulating cell-free DNA in patients needing mechanical ventilation: promises and challenges Francisco Arnalich, Eduardo López-Collazo, Carmen Montiel Critical Care 2011, 15:187 (12 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Brain injury clinical trials: new agents or new statistics? Joshua Z Willey, Stephan A Mayer Critical Care 2011, 15:188 (19 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Clinical prediction rules for invasive candidiasis in the ICU: ready for prime time? Luis Ostrosky-Zeichner Critical Care 2011, 15:189 (22 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Rapid sequence induction with rocuronium - a challenge to the gold standard Gerard F Curley Critical Care 2011, 15:190 (23 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary The feasibility and safety of fiberoptic bronchoscopy during noninvasive ventilation in patients with established acute lung injury: another small brick in the wall Massimo Antonelli Critical Care 2011, 15:191 (30 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Coenzyme Q₁₀deficiency in septic shock patients Laurent Dupic, Olivier Huet, Jacques Duranteau Critical Care 2011, 15:194 (4 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Is decompressive craniectomy useless in severe traumatic brain injury? Junpeng Ma, Chao You, Lu Ma, Siqing Huang Critical Care 2011, 15:193 (4 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Massive bleeding in polytrauma: how can we make progress? Jean-Louis Vincent, Richard Dutton, Michael Parr, Carl Hauser Critical Care 2011, 15:196 (11 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Microparticles as biological vectors of activated protein C treatment in sepsis Ramaroson Andriantsitohaina Critical Care 2011, 15:197 (11 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Transpulmonary thermodilution assessments: precise measurements require a precise procedure Raphaël Giraud, Nils Siegenthaler, Karim Bendjelid Critical Care 2011, 15:195 (12 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary A dynamic view of mHLA-DR expression in management of severe septic patients Guillaume Monneret, Alain Lepape, Fabienne Venet Critical Care 2011, 15:198 (17 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary The role of lactate clearance in the resuscitation bundle Anthony M Napoli, Todd A Seigel Critical Care 2011, 15:199 (24 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary The challenge of designing a post-critical illness rehabilitation intervention Margaret S Herridge Critical Care 2011, 15:1002 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Prognostic value of pulmonary dead space in patients with the acute respiratory distress syndrome Michael A Matthay, Richard H Kallet Critical Care 2011, 15:185 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Rapid response systems: you won't know there is a problem until you measure it Ken M Hillman Critical Care 2011, 15:1001 (28 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Haemodynamic optimisation: are we dynamic enough? Sophie J Parker, Owen Boyd Critical Care 2011, 15:1003 (28 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Review
	Review Bench-to-bedside review: Sepsis - from the redox point of view Michael Andrades, Arian Morina, Snežana Spasić, Ivan Spasojević Critical Care 2011, 15:230 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Review Clinical review: flow cytometry perspectives in the ICU - from diagnosis of infection to monitoring of injury-induced immune dysfunctions Fabienne Venet, Alain Lepape, Guillaume Monneret Critical Care 2011, 15:231 (7 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Review Clinical review: use of venous oxygen saturations as a goal - a yet unfinished puzzle Paul van Beest, Götz Wietasch, Thomas Scheeren, Peter Spronk, Michaël Kuiper Critical Care 2011, 15:232 (24 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Review Bench-to-beside review: Acute-on-chronic liver failure - linking the gut, liver and systemic circulation Len Verbeke, Frederik Nevens, Wim Laleman Critical Care 2011, 15:233 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Report
	Journal club critique Neuromuscular blockers and ARDS: Thou shalt not breathe, move, or die! Balaji Yegneswaran, Raghavan Murugan Critical Care 2011, 15:311 (30 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| 1 comment
	Research
	Research The effect of diabetes on mortality in critically ill patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis Sarah E Siegelaar, Maartje Hickmann, Joost BL Hoekstra, Frits Holleman, J DeVries Critical Care 2011, 15:R205 (13 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Medicine \| F1000 Biology
	Research Antibiotics in critically ill patients: a systematic review of the pharmacokinetics of β-lactams Joao Gonçalves-Pereira, Pedro Póvoa Critical Care 2011, 15:R206 (13 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Medicine \| F1000 Biology
	Research Prehospital intubation of the moderately injured patient: a cause of morbidity? A matched-pairs analysis of 1,200 patients from the DGU Trauma Registry Bjoern Hussmann, Rolf Lefering, Christian Waydhas, Steffen Ruchholtz, Arasch Wafaisade, Max Kauther, Sven Lendemans Critical Care 2011, 15:R207 (13 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Airway response to acute mechanical stress in a human bronchial model of stretch Christophe Faisy, Francisco M Pinto, Morgan Le Guen, Emmanuel Naline, Stanislas Delyle, Edouard Sage, Maria-Luz Candenas, Philippe Devillier Critical Care 2011, 15:R208 (13 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Community-acquired polymicrobial pneumonia in the intensive care unit: aetiology and prognosis Catia Cillóniz, Santiago Ewig, Miquel Ferrer, Eva Polverino, Albert Gabarrús, Jorge Puig de la Bellacasa, Josep Mensa, Antoni Torres Critical Care 2011, 15:R209 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Colonization with antibiotic-susceptible strains protects against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus but not vancomycin-resistant enterococci acquisition: a nested case-control study Susan S Huang, Rupak Datta, Sheryl Rifas-Shiman, Ken Kleinman, Hilary Placzek, Julie D Lankiewicz, Richard Platt Critical Care 2011, 15:R210 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Improved ICU design reduces acquisition of antibiotic-resistant bacteria: a quasi-experimental observational study Phillip D Levin, Mila Golovanevski, Allon E Moses, Charles L Sprung, Shmuel Benenson Critical Care 2011, 15:R211 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research The Academic Medical Center Linear Disability Score for evaluation of physical reserve on admission to the ICU: can we query the relatives? José GM Hofhuis, Marcel GW Dijkgraaf, Aly Hovingh, Richard L Braam, Lisa van de Braak, Peter E Spronk, Johannes H Rommes Critical Care 2011, 15:R212 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Population pharmacodynamic model of bicarbonate response to acetazolamide in mechanically ventilated chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients Nicholas Heming, Christophe Faisy, Saïk Urien Critical Care 2011, 15:R213 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Use of near-infrared spectroscopy during a vascular occlusion test to assess the microcirculatory response during fluid challenge Emmanuel Futier, Sebastien Christophe, Emmanuel Robin, Antoine Petit, Bruno Pereira, Jacques Desbordes, Jean-Etienne Bazin, Benoit Vallet Critical Care 2011, 15:R214 (16 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Impact of quetiapine on resolution of individual delirium symptoms in critically ill patients with delirium: a post-hoc analysis of a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study John W Devlin, Yoanna Skrobik, Richard R Riker, Eric Hinderleider, Russel J Roberts, Jeffrey J Fong, Robin Ruthazer, Nicholas S Hill, Erik Garpestad Critical Care 2011, 15:R215 (17 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Passive leg raising can predict fluid responsiveness in patients placed on venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation Pierre-Grégoire Guinot, Elie Zogheib, Mathieu Detave, Mona Moubarak, Vincent Hubert, Louise Badoux, Eugénie Bernard, Patricia Besserve, Thierry Caus, Hervé Dupont Critical Care 2011, 15:R216 (18 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Effects of vasopressinergic receptor agonists on sublingual microcirculation in norepinephrine-dependent septic shock Andrea Morelli, Abele Donati, Christian Ertmer, Sebastian Rehberg, Tim Kampmeier, Alessandra Orecchioni, Alessandro Di Russo, Annalia D'Egidio, Giovanni Landoni, Maria Lombrano, Laura Botticelli, Agnese Valentini, Alberto Zangrillo, Paolo Pietropaoli, Martin Westphal Critical Care 2011, 15:R217 (19 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Preoperative regional cerebral oxygen saturation is a predictor of postoperative delirium in on-pump cardiac surgery patients: a prospective observational trial Julika Schoen, Joscha Meyerrose, Hauke Paarmann, Matthias Heringlake, Michael Hueppe, Klaus-Ulrich Berger Critical Care 2011, 15:R218 (19 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Effect of fluid loading during hypovolaemic shock on caspofungin pharmacokinetic parameters in pig Antoine Roch, Christian Woloch, Dorothée Blayac, Caroline Solas, Sylvie Quaranta, Vincent Mardelle, Matthias Castanier, Laurent Papazian, Emmanuelle Sampol-Manos Critical Care 2011, 15:R219 (20 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Changes of monocyte human leukocyte antigen-DR expression as a reliable predictor of mortality in severe sepsis Jian-Feng Wu, Jie Ma, Juan Chen, Bin Ou-Yang, Min-Ying Chen, Li-Fen Li, Yong-Jun Liu, Ai-Hua Lin, Xiang-Dong Guan Critical Care 2011, 15:R220 (20 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Red blood cell transfusion and outcomes in patients with acute lung injury, sepsis and shock Elizabeth C Parsons, Catherine L Hough, Christopher W Seymour, Colin R Cooke, Gordon D Rubenfeld, Timothy R Watkins, the NHLBI ARDS Network Critical Care 2011, 15:R221 (21 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Effects of changes in arterial pressure on organ perfusion during septic shock Aurélie Thooft, Raphaël Favory, Diamantino Salgado, Fabio S Taccone, Katia Donadello, Daniel De Backer, Jacques Creteur, Jean-Louis Vincent Critical Care 2011, 15:R222 (21 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research The association of near-infrared spectroscopy-derived tissue oxygenation measurements with sepsis syndromes, organ dysfunction and mortality in emergency department patients with sepsis Nathan I Shapiro, Ryan Arnold, Robert Sherwin, Jennifer O'Connor, Gabriel Najarro, Sam Singh, David Lundy, Teresa Nelson, Stephen W Trzeciak, Alan E Jones, the Emergency Medicine Shock Research Network (EMShockNet) Critical Care 2011, 15:R223 (22 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Serial increase of IL-12 response and human leukocyte antigen-DR expression in severe sepsis survivors Huang-Pin Wu, Chi-Chung Shih, Chun-Yao Lin, Chung-Ching Hua, Duen-Yau Chuang Critical Care 2011, 15:R224 (22 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research The physiologic responses to epinephrine during cooling and after rewarming in vivo Torkjel Tveita, Gary C Sieck Critical Care 2011, 15:R225 (23 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Restrictive strategy of intraoperative fluid maintenance during optimization of oxygen delivery decreases major complications after high-risk surgery Suzana M Lobo, Luis S Ronchi, Neymar E Oliveira, Paulo G Brandão, Adriano Froes, Geni S Cunrath, Kátia G Nishiyama, João G Netinho, Francisco R Lobo Critical Care 2011, 15:R226 (23 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Leptin and leptin receptor polymorphisms are associated with poor outcome (death) in patients with non-appendicular secondary peritonitis Rodolfo L Bracho-Riquelme, Verónica Loera-Castañeda, Alejandro Torres-Valenzuela, Guadalupe A Loera-Castañeda, J Pablo Sánchez-Ramírez Critical Care 2011, 15:R227 (23 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Is Drotrecogin alfa (activated) for adults with severe sepsis, cost-effective in routine clinical practice? M Zia Sadique, Richard Grieve, David A Harrison, Brian H Cuthbertson, Kathryn M Rowan Critical Care 2011, 15:R228 (26 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Outcome effectiveness of the severe sepsis resuscitation bundle with addition of lactate clearance as a bundle item: a multi-national evaluation H Bryant Nguyen, Win Kuan, Michael Batech, Pinak Shrikhande, Malcolm Mahadevan, Chih-Huang Li, Sumit Ray, Anna Dengel, the ATLAS (Asia Network to Regulate Sepsis care) Investigators Critical Care 2011, 15:R229 (27 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Short-term effects of combining upright and prone positions in patients with ARDS: a prospective randomized study Oliver Robak, Peter Schellongowski, Andja Bojic, Klaus Laczika, Gottfried J Locker, Thomas Staudinger Critical Care 2011, 15:R230 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Postextubation dysphagia is persistent and associated with poor outcomes in survivors of critical illness Madison Macht, Tim Wimbish, Brendan J Clark, Alexander B Benson, Ellen L Burnham, André Williams, Marc Moss Critical Care 2011, 15:R231 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Post-extubation dysphagia is common amongst previously mechanically ventilated ICU patients and is associated with longer durations of ventilation and poor patient outcomes, but improvement in the management of patients could reduce morbidity.
	Research Major sources of critical incidents in intensive care Ingeborg D Welters, James Gibson, Martin Mogk, Richard Wenstone Critical Care 2011, 15:R232 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Plasma from septic shock patients induces loss of muscle protein Hieronymus WH van Hees, Willem-Jan M Schellekens, Marianne Linkels, Floris Leenders, Jan Zoll, Rogier Donders, PN Richard Dekhuijzen, Johannes G van der Hoeven, Leo MA Heunks Critical Care 2011, 15:R233 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation as a bridge to liver transplantation for acute respiratory distress syndrome-induced life-threatening hypoxaemia aggravated by hepatopulmonary syndrome Antoine Monsel, Hervé Mal, Hélène Brisson, Rubin Luo, Daniel Eyraud, Corinne Vézinet, Chung Do, Qin Lu, Jean-Christophe Vaillant, Laurent Hannoun, Pauline Houssel, François Durand, Jean-Jacques Rouby Critical Care 2011, 15:R234 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Remarkable changes in the choice of timing to discuss organ donation with the relatives of a patient: a study in 228 organ donations in 20 years Yorick J de Groot, Hester F Lingsma, Mathieu van der Jagt, Jan Bakker, Jan NM IJzermans, Erwin JO Kompanje Critical Care 2011, 15:R235 (7 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary The time at which organ donation is discussed with relatives of patients with catastrophic brain injury in the Netherlands has changed over 20 years, maybe contributing to the high refusal rate.
	Research Comparison of supraglottic airway versus endotracheal intubation for the pre-hospital treatment of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest Kentaro Kajino, Taku Iwami, Tetsuhisa Kitamura, Mohamud Daya, Marcus Ong, Tatsuya Nishiuchi, Yasuyuki Hayashi, Tomohiko Sakai, Takeshi Shimazu, Atsushi Hiraide, Masashi Kishi, Shigeru Yamayoshi Critical Care 2011, 15:R236 (10 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Collecting core data in severely injured patients using a consensus trauma template: an international multicentre study Kjetil Ringdal, Hans Lossius, J Mary Jones, Jens M Lauritsen, Timothy J Coats, Cameron S Palmer, Rolf Lefering, Stefano Di Bartolomeo, David J Dries, Kjetil Søreide, The Utstein Trauma Data Collaborators Critical Care 2011, 15:R237 (12 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Severe metabolic or mixed acidemia on intensive care unit admission: incidence, prognosis and administration of buffer therapy. a prospective, multiple-center study Boris Jung, Thomas Rimmele, Charlotte Le Goff, Gérald Chanques, Philippe Corne, Olivier Jonquet, Laurent Muller, Jean-Yves Lefrant, Christophe Guervilly, Laurent Papazian, Bernard Allaouchiche, Samir Jaber, The AzuRea Group Critical Care 2011, 15:R238 (13 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| 1 comment
	Research Clinical effectiveness of fresh frozen plasma compared with fibrinogen concentrate: a systematic review Sibylle Kozek-Langenecker, Benny Sørensen, John R Hess, Donat R Spahn Critical Care 2011, 15:R239 (14 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Presence of tobramycin in blood and urine during selective decontamination of the digestive tract in critically ill patients, a prospective cohort study Heleen M Oudemans-van Straaten, Henrik Endeman, Robert J Bosman, Milly E Attema-de Jonge, Marc L van Ogtrop, Durk F Zandstra, Eric JF Franssen Critical Care 2011, 15:R240 (17 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Pharmacological postconditioning with sevoflurane after cardiopulmonary resuscitation reduces myocardial dysfunction Patrick Meybohm, Matthias Gruenewald, Martin Albrecht, Christina Müller, Karina Zitta, Nikola Foesel, Moritz Maracke, Sabine Tacke, Jürgen Schrezenmeir, Jens Scholz, Berthold Bein Critical Care 2011, 15:R241 (19 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Dynamic lactate indices as predictors of outcome in critically ill patients Alistair Nichol, Michael Bailey, Moritoki Egi, Ville Pettila, Craig French, Edward Stachowski, Michael C Reade, David Cooper, Rinaldo Bellomo Critical Care 2011, 15:R242 (20 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| Editor’s summary Measuring the magnitude, duration and trend of changes in blood lactate concentration over time may be more useful in predicting outcome in critically ill patients than a single measurement taken on admission.
	Research Early natural killer cell counts in blood predict mortality in severe sepsis David Andaluz-Ojeda, Verónica Iglesias, Felipe Bobillo, Raquel Almansa, Lucía Rico, Francisco Gandía, Ana Ma Loma, Concepción Nieto, Rosa Diego, Epifanio Ramos, Mercedes Nocito, Salvador Resino, Jose M Eiros, Eduardo Tamayo, Raul de Lejarazu, Jesús F Bermejo-Martin Critical Care 2011, 15:R243 (21 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Effect of spontaneous breathing on ventilator-induced lung injury in mechanically ventilated healthy rabbits: a randomized, controlled, experimental study Jingen Xia, Bing Sun, Hangyong He, Heng Zhang, Chunting Wang, Qingyuan Zhan Critical Care 2011, 15:R244 (21 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Critical illness induces alternative activation of M2 macrophages in adipose tissue Lies Langouche, Mirna B Marques, Catherine Ingels, Jan Gunst, Sarah Derde, Sarah Vander Perre, André D'Hoore, Greet Van den Berghe Critical Care 2011, 15:R245 (21 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Development of a handoff continuity score to improve pediatric ICU physician schedule design for enhanced physician and patient continuity Hannah K Smalley, Pinar Keskinocak, Atul Vats Critical Care 2011, 15:R246 (21 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Is plasma calcium concentration implicated in the development of critical illness polyneuropathy and myopathy? Dimitri Anastasopoulos, Antonios Kefaliakos, Argyris Michalopoulos Critical Care 2011, 15:R247 (21 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Surface cooling for induction of mild hypothermia in conscious healthy volunteers - a feasibility trial Christoph Testori, Fritz Sterz, Wilhelm Behringer, Alexander Spiel, Christa Firbas, Bernd Jilma Critical Care 2011, 15:R248 (22 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Early diagnosis of candidemia in intensive care unit patients with sepsis: a prospective comparison of (1→3)-β-D-glucan assay, Candida score, and colonization index Brunella Posteraro, Gennaro De Pascale, Mario Tumbarello, Riccardo Torelli, Mariano Pennisi, Giuseppe Bello, Riccardo Maviglia, Giovanni Fadda, Maurizio Sanguinetti, Massimo Antonelli Critical Care 2011, 15:R249 (22 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Diagnostic value of urine sTREM-1 for sepsis and relevant acute kidney injuries: a prospective study Long-xiang Su, Lin Feng, Jie Zhang, Yong-jiu Xiao, Yan-hong Jia, Peng Yan, Dan Feng, Li-xin Xie Critical Care 2011, 15:R250 (24 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Circulating annexin V positive microparticles in patients after successful cardiopulmonary resuscitation Katrin Fink, Linda Feldbrügge, Meike Schwarz, Natascha Bourgeois, Thomas Helbing, Christoph Bode, Tilmann Schwab, Hans-Jörg Busch Critical Care 2011, 15:R251 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research mRNA-based approach to monitor recombinant gamma-interferon restoration of LPS-induced endotoxin tolerance Fanny Turrel-Davin, Fabienne Venet, Cécile Monnin, Véronique Barbalat, Elisabeth Cerrato, Alexandre Pachot, Alain Lepape, Christine Alberti-Segui, Guillaume Monneret Critical Care 2011, 15:R252 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Anidulafungin compared with fluconazole in severely ill patients with candidemia and other forms of invasive candidiasis: Support for the 2009 IDSA treatment guidelines for candidiasis Daniel H Kett, Andrew F Shorr, Annette C Reboli, Arlene L Reisman, Pinaki Biswas, Haran T Schlamm Critical Care 2011, 15:R253 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research IL17A genetic variation is associated with altered susceptibility to Gram-positive infection and mortality of severe sepsis Taka-aki Nakada, James A Russell, John H Boyd, Keith R Walley Critical Care 2011, 15:R254 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Post cardiac surgery vasoplegia is associated with high preoperative copeptin plasma concentration Pascal H Colson, Cedric Bernard, Joachim Struck, Nils G Morgenthaler, Bernard Albat, Gilles Guillon Critical Care 2011, 15:R255 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Searching for mechanisms that matter in early septic acute kidney injury: an experimental study Jan Benes, Jiri Chvojka, Roman Sykora, Jaroslav Radej, Ales Krouzecky, Ivan Novak, Martin Matejovic Critical Care 2011, 15:R256 (26 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Pharmacokinetics of prolonged infusion of high-dose dexmedetomidine in critically ill patients Timo Iirola, Riku Aantaa, Ruut Laitio, Erkki Kentala, Maria Lahtinen, Andrew Wighton, Chris Garratt, Tuula Ahtola-Sätilä, Klaus T Olkkola Critical Care 2011, 15:R257 (26 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| F1000 Medicine \| F1000 Biology
	Research Cardiovascular and renal effects of carperitide and nesiritide in cardiovascular surgery patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis Chieko Mitaka, Toshifumi Kudo, Go Haraguchi, Makoto Tomita Critical Care 2011, 15:R258 (27 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Medicine \| F1000 Biology
	Research High-frequency oscillatory ventilation and short-term outcome in neonates and infants undergoing cardiac surgery: a propensity score analysis Mirela Bojan, Simone Gioanni, Philippe Mauriat, Philippe Pouard Critical Care 2011, 15:R259 (28 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| Editor’s summary High-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) is associated with shorter length of mechanical ventilation and intensive care unit stay in neonates and infants with respiratory distress following congenital heart surgery.
	Research Continuous controlled-infusion of hypertonic saline solution in traumatic brain-injured patients: a 9-year retrospective study Antoine Roquilly, Pierre Mahe, Dominique Latte, Olivier Loutrel, Philippe Champin, Christelle Di Falco, Athanase Courbe, Kevin Buffenoir, Olivier Hamel, Corinne Lejus, Véronique Sebille, Karim Asehnoune Critical Care 2011, 15:R260 (28 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research The synthetic Tie2 agonist peptide vasculotide protects against vascular leakage and reduces mortality in murine abdominal sepsis Philipp Kümpers, Faikah Gueler, Sascha David, Paul Van Slyke, Daniel J Dumont, Joon-Keun Park, Clemens L Bockmeyer, Samir M Parikh, Hermann Pavenstädt, Hermann Haller, Nelli Shushakova Critical Care 2011, 15:R261 (31 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Correspondence
	Letter Meningitis in patients with a Gram-negative direct cerebrospinal fluid examination: the value of cytochemical markers for the differential diagnosis Hongliang Zhang, Xiaoke Wang, Yi Yang, Jiang Wu Critical Care 2011, 15:439 (5 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Unexpected hemophagocytic syndrome in a post-cardiac surgery patient Lisa Linthorst, Heleen Aardema, Jaap E Tulleken Critical Care 2011, 15:440 (5 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Relation between mean arterial pressure and renal function in the early phase of shock: a prospective, explorative cohort study Frédéric M Jacobs Critical Care 2011, 15:442 (12 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Dextran and hydroxyethyl starch do not interfere with fibrinogen measurement if Clauss method with mechanical clot detection is used Jose Mateo, Pilar Paniagua, Tobias Koller, Victoria Moral, Jordi Fontcuberta Critical Care 2011, 15:441 (12 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Real-time ultrasound-guided percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy Shalim J Rodríguez, Luis E Esteves Critical Care 2011, 15:443 (16 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Dobutamine administration in patients after cardiac surgery: beneficial or harmful? Ludhmila A Hajjar, Julia T Fukushima, Eduardo Osawa, Juliano P Almeida, Filomena RBG Galas Critical Care 2011, 15:444 (27 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Perioperative hemodynamic therapy: quality improvement programs should help to resolve our uncertainty Frederic Michard, Maxime Cannesson, Benoit Vallet Critical Care 2011, 15:445 (10 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Glucocorticoids in sepsis: dissecting facts from fiction Charles L Sprung, Djillali Annane, Mervyn Singer, Rui Moreno, Didier Keh, the CORTICUS Study Group Critical Care 2011, 15:446 (13 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter The burden of high-risk surgery and the potential benefit of goal-directed strategies Frederic Michard Critical Care 2011, 15:447 (20 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Imbalanced pro- and anti-Th17 responses (IL-17/granulocyte colony-stimulating factor) predict fatal outcome in 2009 pandemic influenza Raquel Almansa, Lorenzo Socias, Paula Ramirez, Ignacio Martin-Loeches, Jordi Vallés, Ana Loza, Jordi Rello, David J Kelvin, Cristobal León, Jesús Blanco, David Andaluz, Dariela Micheloud, Enrique Maraví, Raul Ortiz de Lejarazu, Jesus F Bermejo-Martin Critical Care 2011, 15:448 (20 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Fish oil and sepsis: we still need more trials Flavia R Machado Critical Care 2011, 15:449 (31 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central

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	Comment
	Editorial Obituary: Dr Max Harry Weil Jean-Louis Vincent Critical Care 2011, 15:192 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Viewpoint The tracheal tube: gateway to ventilator-associated pneumonia Parjam S Zolfaghari, Duncan LA Wyncoll Critical Care 2011, 15:310 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Commentary C-reactive protein in community-acquired sepsis: you can teach new tricks to an old dog Jorge IF Salluh, Thiago Lisboa Critical Care 2011, 15:186 (7 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Diagnostic potential of circulating cell-free DNA in patients needing mechanical ventilation: promises and challenges Francisco Arnalich, Eduardo López-Collazo, Carmen Montiel Critical Care 2011, 15:187 (12 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Brain injury clinical trials: new agents or new statistics? Joshua Z Willey, Stephan A Mayer Critical Care 2011, 15:188 (19 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Clinical prediction rules for invasive candidiasis in the ICU: ready for prime time? Luis Ostrosky-Zeichner Critical Care 2011, 15:189 (22 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Rapid sequence induction with rocuronium - a challenge to the gold standard Gerard F Curley Critical Care 2011, 15:190 (23 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary The feasibility and safety of fiberoptic bronchoscopy during noninvasive ventilation in patients with established acute lung injury: another small brick in the wall Massimo Antonelli Critical Care 2011, 15:191 (30 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Coenzyme Q₁₀deficiency in septic shock patients Laurent Dupic, Olivier Huet, Jacques Duranteau Critical Care 2011, 15:194 (4 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Is decompressive craniectomy useless in severe traumatic brain injury? Junpeng Ma, Chao You, Lu Ma, Siqing Huang Critical Care 2011, 15:193 (4 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Massive bleeding in polytrauma: how can we make progress? Jean-Louis Vincent, Richard Dutton, Michael Parr, Carl Hauser Critical Care 2011, 15:196 (11 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Microparticles as biological vectors of activated protein C treatment in sepsis Ramaroson Andriantsitohaina Critical Care 2011, 15:197 (11 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Transpulmonary thermodilution assessments: precise measurements require a precise procedure Raphaël Giraud, Nils Siegenthaler, Karim Bendjelid Critical Care 2011, 15:195 (12 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary A dynamic view of mHLA-DR expression in management of severe septic patients Guillaume Monneret, Alain Lepape, Fabienne Venet Critical Care 2011, 15:198 (17 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary The role of lactate clearance in the resuscitation bundle Anthony M Napoli, Todd A Seigel Critical Care 2011, 15:199 (24 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary The challenge of designing a post-critical illness rehabilitation intervention Margaret S Herridge Critical Care 2011, 15:1002 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Prognostic value of pulmonary dead space in patients with the acute respiratory distress syndrome Michael A Matthay, Richard H Kallet Critical Care 2011, 15:185 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Rapid response systems: you won't know there is a problem until you measure it Ken M Hillman Critical Care 2011, 15:1001 (28 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Haemodynamic optimisation: are we dynamic enough? Sophie J Parker, Owen Boyd Critical Care 2011, 15:1003 (28 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Review
	Review Bench-to-bedside review: Sepsis - from the redox point of view Michael Andrades, Arian Morina, Snežana Spasić, Ivan Spasojević Critical Care 2011, 15:230 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Review Clinical review: flow cytometry perspectives in the ICU - from diagnosis of infection to monitoring of injury-induced immune dysfunctions Fabienne Venet, Alain Lepape, Guillaume Monneret Critical Care 2011, 15:231 (7 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Review Clinical review: use of venous oxygen saturations as a goal - a yet unfinished puzzle Paul van Beest, Götz Wietasch, Thomas Scheeren, Peter Spronk, Michaël Kuiper Critical Care 2011, 15:232 (24 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Review Bench-to-beside review: Acute-on-chronic liver failure - linking the gut, liver and systemic circulation Len Verbeke, Frederik Nevens, Wim Laleman Critical Care 2011, 15:233 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
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	Journal club critique Neuromuscular blockers and ARDS: Thou shalt not breathe, move, or die! Balaji Yegneswaran, Raghavan Murugan Critical Care 2011, 15:311 (30 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| 1 comment
	Research
	Research The effect of diabetes on mortality in critically ill patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis Sarah E Siegelaar, Maartje Hickmann, Joost BL Hoekstra, Frits Holleman, J DeVries Critical Care 2011, 15:R205 (13 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Medicine \| F1000 Biology
	Research Antibiotics in critically ill patients: a systematic review of the pharmacokinetics of β-lactams Joao Gonçalves-Pereira, Pedro Póvoa Critical Care 2011, 15:R206 (13 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Medicine \| F1000 Biology
	Research Prehospital intubation of the moderately injured patient: a cause of morbidity? A matched-pairs analysis of 1,200 patients from the DGU Trauma Registry Bjoern Hussmann, Rolf Lefering, Christian Waydhas, Steffen Ruchholtz, Arasch Wafaisade, Max Kauther, Sven Lendemans Critical Care 2011, 15:R207 (13 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Airway response to acute mechanical stress in a human bronchial model of stretch Christophe Faisy, Francisco M Pinto, Morgan Le Guen, Emmanuel Naline, Stanislas Delyle, Edouard Sage, Maria-Luz Candenas, Philippe Devillier Critical Care 2011, 15:R208 (13 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Community-acquired polymicrobial pneumonia in the intensive care unit: aetiology and prognosis Catia Cillóniz, Santiago Ewig, Miquel Ferrer, Eva Polverino, Albert Gabarrús, Jorge Puig de la Bellacasa, Josep Mensa, Antoni Torres Critical Care 2011, 15:R209 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Colonization with antibiotic-susceptible strains protects against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus but not vancomycin-resistant enterococci acquisition: a nested case-control study Susan S Huang, Rupak Datta, Sheryl Rifas-Shiman, Ken Kleinman, Hilary Placzek, Julie D Lankiewicz, Richard Platt Critical Care 2011, 15:R210 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Improved ICU design reduces acquisition of antibiotic-resistant bacteria: a quasi-experimental observational study Phillip D Levin, Mila Golovanevski, Allon E Moses, Charles L Sprung, Shmuel Benenson Critical Care 2011, 15:R211 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research The Academic Medical Center Linear Disability Score for evaluation of physical reserve on admission to the ICU: can we query the relatives? José GM Hofhuis, Marcel GW Dijkgraaf, Aly Hovingh, Richard L Braam, Lisa van de Braak, Peter E Spronk, Johannes H Rommes Critical Care 2011, 15:R212 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Population pharmacodynamic model of bicarbonate response to acetazolamide in mechanically ventilated chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients Nicholas Heming, Christophe Faisy, Saïk Urien Critical Care 2011, 15:R213 (14 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Use of near-infrared spectroscopy during a vascular occlusion test to assess the microcirculatory response during fluid challenge Emmanuel Futier, Sebastien Christophe, Emmanuel Robin, Antoine Petit, Bruno Pereira, Jacques Desbordes, Jean-Etienne Bazin, Benoit Vallet Critical Care 2011, 15:R214 (16 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Impact of quetiapine on resolution of individual delirium symptoms in critically ill patients with delirium: a post-hoc analysis of a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study John W Devlin, Yoanna Skrobik, Richard R Riker, Eric Hinderleider, Russel J Roberts, Jeffrey J Fong, Robin Ruthazer, Nicholas S Hill, Erik Garpestad Critical Care 2011, 15:R215 (17 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Passive leg raising can predict fluid responsiveness in patients placed on venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation Pierre-Grégoire Guinot, Elie Zogheib, Mathieu Detave, Mona Moubarak, Vincent Hubert, Louise Badoux, Eugénie Bernard, Patricia Besserve, Thierry Caus, Hervé Dupont Critical Care 2011, 15:R216 (18 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Effects of vasopressinergic receptor agonists on sublingual microcirculation in norepinephrine-dependent septic shock Andrea Morelli, Abele Donati, Christian Ertmer, Sebastian Rehberg, Tim Kampmeier, Alessandra Orecchioni, Alessandro Di Russo, Annalia D'Egidio, Giovanni Landoni, Maria Lombrano, Laura Botticelli, Agnese Valentini, Alberto Zangrillo, Paolo Pietropaoli, Martin Westphal Critical Care 2011, 15:R217 (19 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Preoperative regional cerebral oxygen saturation is a predictor of postoperative delirium in on-pump cardiac surgery patients: a prospective observational trial Julika Schoen, Joscha Meyerrose, Hauke Paarmann, Matthias Heringlake, Michael Hueppe, Klaus-Ulrich Berger Critical Care 2011, 15:R218 (19 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Effect of fluid loading during hypovolaemic shock on caspofungin pharmacokinetic parameters in pig Antoine Roch, Christian Woloch, Dorothée Blayac, Caroline Solas, Sylvie Quaranta, Vincent Mardelle, Matthias Castanier, Laurent Papazian, Emmanuelle Sampol-Manos Critical Care 2011, 15:R219 (20 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Changes of monocyte human leukocyte antigen-DR expression as a reliable predictor of mortality in severe sepsis Jian-Feng Wu, Jie Ma, Juan Chen, Bin Ou-Yang, Min-Ying Chen, Li-Fen Li, Yong-Jun Liu, Ai-Hua Lin, Xiang-Dong Guan Critical Care 2011, 15:R220 (20 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Red blood cell transfusion and outcomes in patients with acute lung injury, sepsis and shock Elizabeth C Parsons, Catherine L Hough, Christopher W Seymour, Colin R Cooke, Gordon D Rubenfeld, Timothy R Watkins, the NHLBI ARDS Network Critical Care 2011, 15:R221 (21 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Effects of changes in arterial pressure on organ perfusion during septic shock Aurélie Thooft, Raphaël Favory, Diamantino Salgado, Fabio S Taccone, Katia Donadello, Daniel De Backer, Jacques Creteur, Jean-Louis Vincent Critical Care 2011, 15:R222 (21 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research The association of near-infrared spectroscopy-derived tissue oxygenation measurements with sepsis syndromes, organ dysfunction and mortality in emergency department patients with sepsis Nathan I Shapiro, Ryan Arnold, Robert Sherwin, Jennifer O'Connor, Gabriel Najarro, Sam Singh, David Lundy, Teresa Nelson, Stephen W Trzeciak, Alan E Jones, the Emergency Medicine Shock Research Network (EMShockNet) Critical Care 2011, 15:R223 (22 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Serial increase of IL-12 response and human leukocyte antigen-DR expression in severe sepsis survivors Huang-Pin Wu, Chi-Chung Shih, Chun-Yao Lin, Chung-Ching Hua, Duen-Yau Chuang Critical Care 2011, 15:R224 (22 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research The physiologic responses to epinephrine during cooling and after rewarming in vivo Torkjel Tveita, Gary C Sieck Critical Care 2011, 15:R225 (23 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Restrictive strategy of intraoperative fluid maintenance during optimization of oxygen delivery decreases major complications after high-risk surgery Suzana M Lobo, Luis S Ronchi, Neymar E Oliveira, Paulo G Brandão, Adriano Froes, Geni S Cunrath, Kátia G Nishiyama, João G Netinho, Francisco R Lobo Critical Care 2011, 15:R226 (23 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Leptin and leptin receptor polymorphisms are associated with poor outcome (death) in patients with non-appendicular secondary peritonitis Rodolfo L Bracho-Riquelme, Verónica Loera-Castañeda, Alejandro Torres-Valenzuela, Guadalupe A Loera-Castañeda, J Pablo Sánchez-Ramírez Critical Care 2011, 15:R227 (23 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Is Drotrecogin alfa (activated) for adults with severe sepsis, cost-effective in routine clinical practice? M Zia Sadique, Richard Grieve, David A Harrison, Brian H Cuthbertson, Kathryn M Rowan Critical Care 2011, 15:R228 (26 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Outcome effectiveness of the severe sepsis resuscitation bundle with addition of lactate clearance as a bundle item: a multi-national evaluation H Bryant Nguyen, Win Kuan, Michael Batech, Pinak Shrikhande, Malcolm Mahadevan, Chih-Huang Li, Sumit Ray, Anna Dengel, the ATLAS (Asia Network to Regulate Sepsis care) Investigators Critical Care 2011, 15:R229 (27 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Short-term effects of combining upright and prone positions in patients with ARDS: a prospective randomized study Oliver Robak, Peter Schellongowski, Andja Bojic, Klaus Laczika, Gottfried J Locker, Thomas Staudinger Critical Care 2011, 15:R230 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Postextubation dysphagia is persistent and associated with poor outcomes in survivors of critical illness Madison Macht, Tim Wimbish, Brendan J Clark, Alexander B Benson, Ellen L Burnham, André Williams, Marc Moss Critical Care 2011, 15:R231 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Post-extubation dysphagia is common amongst previously mechanically ventilated ICU patients and is associated with longer durations of ventilation and poor patient outcomes, but improvement in the management of patients could reduce morbidity.
	Research Major sources of critical incidents in intensive care Ingeborg D Welters, James Gibson, Martin Mogk, Richard Wenstone Critical Care 2011, 15:R232 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Plasma from septic shock patients induces loss of muscle protein Hieronymus WH van Hees, Willem-Jan M Schellekens, Marianne Linkels, Floris Leenders, Jan Zoll, Rogier Donders, PN Richard Dekhuijzen, Johannes G van der Hoeven, Leo MA Heunks Critical Care 2011, 15:R233 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation as a bridge to liver transplantation for acute respiratory distress syndrome-induced life-threatening hypoxaemia aggravated by hepatopulmonary syndrome Antoine Monsel, Hervé Mal, Hélène Brisson, Rubin Luo, Daniel Eyraud, Corinne Vézinet, Chung Do, Qin Lu, Jean-Christophe Vaillant, Laurent Hannoun, Pauline Houssel, François Durand, Jean-Jacques Rouby Critical Care 2011, 15:R234 (29 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Remarkable changes in the choice of timing to discuss organ donation with the relatives of a patient: a study in 228 organ donations in 20 years Yorick J de Groot, Hester F Lingsma, Mathieu van der Jagt, Jan Bakker, Jan NM IJzermans, Erwin JO Kompanje Critical Care 2011, 15:R235 (7 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary The time at which organ donation is discussed with relatives of patients with catastrophic brain injury in the Netherlands has changed over 20 years, maybe contributing to the high refusal rate.
	Research Comparison of supraglottic airway versus endotracheal intubation for the pre-hospital treatment of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest Kentaro Kajino, Taku Iwami, Tetsuhisa Kitamura, Mohamud Daya, Marcus Ong, Tatsuya Nishiuchi, Yasuyuki Hayashi, Tomohiko Sakai, Takeshi Shimazu, Atsushi Hiraide, Masashi Kishi, Shigeru Yamayoshi Critical Care 2011, 15:R236 (10 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Collecting core data in severely injured patients using a consensus trauma template: an international multicentre study Kjetil Ringdal, Hans Lossius, J Mary Jones, Jens M Lauritsen, Timothy J Coats, Cameron S Palmer, Rolf Lefering, Stefano Di Bartolomeo, David J Dries, Kjetil Søreide, The Utstein Trauma Data Collaborators Critical Care 2011, 15:R237 (12 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Severe metabolic or mixed acidemia on intensive care unit admission: incidence, prognosis and administration of buffer therapy. a prospective, multiple-center study Boris Jung, Thomas Rimmele, Charlotte Le Goff, Gérald Chanques, Philippe Corne, Olivier Jonquet, Laurent Muller, Jean-Yves Lefrant, Christophe Guervilly, Laurent Papazian, Bernard Allaouchiche, Samir Jaber, The AzuRea Group Critical Care 2011, 15:R238 (13 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| 1 comment
	Research Clinical effectiveness of fresh frozen plasma compared with fibrinogen concentrate: a systematic review Sibylle Kozek-Langenecker, Benny Sørensen, John R Hess, Donat R Spahn Critical Care 2011, 15:R239 (14 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Presence of tobramycin in blood and urine during selective decontamination of the digestive tract in critically ill patients, a prospective cohort study Heleen M Oudemans-van Straaten, Henrik Endeman, Robert J Bosman, Milly E Attema-de Jonge, Marc L van Ogtrop, Durk F Zandstra, Eric JF Franssen Critical Care 2011, 15:R240 (17 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Pharmacological postconditioning with sevoflurane after cardiopulmonary resuscitation reduces myocardial dysfunction Patrick Meybohm, Matthias Gruenewald, Martin Albrecht, Christina Müller, Karina Zitta, Nikola Foesel, Moritz Maracke, Sabine Tacke, Jürgen Schrezenmeir, Jens Scholz, Berthold Bein Critical Care 2011, 15:R241 (19 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Dynamic lactate indices as predictors of outcome in critically ill patients Alistair Nichol, Michael Bailey, Moritoki Egi, Ville Pettila, Craig French, Edward Stachowski, Michael C Reade, David Cooper, Rinaldo Bellomo Critical Care 2011, 15:R242 (20 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| Editor’s summary Measuring the magnitude, duration and trend of changes in blood lactate concentration over time may be more useful in predicting outcome in critically ill patients than a single measurement taken on admission.
	Research Early natural killer cell counts in blood predict mortality in severe sepsis David Andaluz-Ojeda, Verónica Iglesias, Felipe Bobillo, Raquel Almansa, Lucía Rico, Francisco Gandía, Ana Ma Loma, Concepción Nieto, Rosa Diego, Epifanio Ramos, Mercedes Nocito, Salvador Resino, Jose M Eiros, Eduardo Tamayo, Raul de Lejarazu, Jesús F Bermejo-Martin Critical Care 2011, 15:R243 (21 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Effect of spontaneous breathing on ventilator-induced lung injury in mechanically ventilated healthy rabbits: a randomized, controlled, experimental study Jingen Xia, Bing Sun, Hangyong He, Heng Zhang, Chunting Wang, Qingyuan Zhan Critical Care 2011, 15:R244 (21 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Critical illness induces alternative activation of M2 macrophages in adipose tissue Lies Langouche, Mirna B Marques, Catherine Ingels, Jan Gunst, Sarah Derde, Sarah Vander Perre, André D'Hoore, Greet Van den Berghe Critical Care 2011, 15:R245 (21 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Development of a handoff continuity score to improve pediatric ICU physician schedule design for enhanced physician and patient continuity Hannah K Smalley, Pinar Keskinocak, Atul Vats Critical Care 2011, 15:R246 (21 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Is plasma calcium concentration implicated in the development of critical illness polyneuropathy and myopathy? Dimitri Anastasopoulos, Antonios Kefaliakos, Argyris Michalopoulos Critical Care 2011, 15:R247 (21 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Surface cooling for induction of mild hypothermia in conscious healthy volunteers - a feasibility trial Christoph Testori, Fritz Sterz, Wilhelm Behringer, Alexander Spiel, Christa Firbas, Bernd Jilma Critical Care 2011, 15:R248 (22 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Early diagnosis of candidemia in intensive care unit patients with sepsis: a prospective comparison of (1→3)-β-D-glucan assay, Candida score, and colonization index Brunella Posteraro, Gennaro De Pascale, Mario Tumbarello, Riccardo Torelli, Mariano Pennisi, Giuseppe Bello, Riccardo Maviglia, Giovanni Fadda, Maurizio Sanguinetti, Massimo Antonelli Critical Care 2011, 15:R249 (22 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Diagnostic value of urine sTREM-1 for sepsis and relevant acute kidney injuries: a prospective study Long-xiang Su, Lin Feng, Jie Zhang, Yong-jiu Xiao, Yan-hong Jia, Peng Yan, Dan Feng, Li-xin Xie Critical Care 2011, 15:R250 (24 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Circulating annexin V positive microparticles in patients after successful cardiopulmonary resuscitation Katrin Fink, Linda Feldbrügge, Meike Schwarz, Natascha Bourgeois, Thomas Helbing, Christoph Bode, Tilmann Schwab, Hans-Jörg Busch Critical Care 2011, 15:R251 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research mRNA-based approach to monitor recombinant gamma-interferon restoration of LPS-induced endotoxin tolerance Fanny Turrel-Davin, Fabienne Venet, Cécile Monnin, Véronique Barbalat, Elisabeth Cerrato, Alexandre Pachot, Alain Lepape, Christine Alberti-Segui, Guillaume Monneret Critical Care 2011, 15:R252 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Anidulafungin compared with fluconazole in severely ill patients with candidemia and other forms of invasive candidiasis: Support for the 2009 IDSA treatment guidelines for candidiasis Daniel H Kett, Andrew F Shorr, Annette C Reboli, Arlene L Reisman, Pinaki Biswas, Haran T Schlamm Critical Care 2011, 15:R253 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research IL17A genetic variation is associated with altered susceptibility to Gram-positive infection and mortality of severe sepsis Taka-aki Nakada, James A Russell, John H Boyd, Keith R Walley Critical Care 2011, 15:R254 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Post cardiac surgery vasoplegia is associated with high preoperative copeptin plasma concentration Pascal H Colson, Cedric Bernard, Joachim Struck, Nils G Morgenthaler, Bernard Albat, Gilles Guillon Critical Care 2011, 15:R255 (25 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Searching for mechanisms that matter in early septic acute kidney injury: an experimental study Jan Benes, Jiri Chvojka, Roman Sykora, Jaroslav Radej, Ales Krouzecky, Ivan Novak, Martin Matejovic Critical Care 2011, 15:R256 (26 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Pharmacokinetics of prolonged infusion of high-dose dexmedetomidine in critically ill patients Timo Iirola, Riku Aantaa, Ruut Laitio, Erkki Kentala, Maria Lahtinen, Andrew Wighton, Chris Garratt, Tuula Ahtola-Sätilä, Klaus T Olkkola Critical Care 2011, 15:R257 (26 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| F1000 Medicine \| F1000 Biology
	Research Cardiovascular and renal effects of carperitide and nesiritide in cardiovascular surgery patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis Chieko Mitaka, Toshifumi Kudo, Go Haraguchi, Makoto Tomita Critical Care 2011, 15:R258 (27 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Medicine \| F1000 Biology
	Research High-frequency oscillatory ventilation and short-term outcome in neonates and infants undergoing cardiac surgery: a propensity score analysis Mirela Bojan, Simone Gioanni, Philippe Mauriat, Philippe Pouard Critical Care 2011, 15:R259 (28 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| Editor’s summary High-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) is associated with shorter length of mechanical ventilation and intensive care unit stay in neonates and infants with respiratory distress following congenital heart surgery.
	Research Continuous controlled-infusion of hypertonic saline solution in traumatic brain-injured patients: a 9-year retrospective study Antoine Roquilly, Pierre Mahe, Dominique Latte, Olivier Loutrel, Philippe Champin, Christelle Di Falco, Athanase Courbe, Kevin Buffenoir, Olivier Hamel, Corinne Lejus, Véronique Sebille, Karim Asehnoune Critical Care 2011, 15:R260 (28 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research The synthetic Tie2 agonist peptide vasculotide protects against vascular leakage and reduces mortality in murine abdominal sepsis Philipp Kümpers, Faikah Gueler, Sascha David, Paul Van Slyke, Daniel J Dumont, Joon-Keun Park, Clemens L Bockmeyer, Samir M Parikh, Hermann Pavenstädt, Hermann Haller, Nelli Shushakova Critical Care 2011, 15:R261 (31 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
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	Letter Meningitis in patients with a Gram-negative direct cerebrospinal fluid examination: the value of cytochemical markers for the differential diagnosis Hongliang Zhang, Xiaoke Wang, Yi Yang, Jiang Wu Critical Care 2011, 15:439 (5 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Unexpected hemophagocytic syndrome in a post-cardiac surgery patient Lisa Linthorst, Heleen Aardema, Jaap E Tulleken Critical Care 2011, 15:440 (5 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Relation between mean arterial pressure and renal function in the early phase of shock: a prospective, explorative cohort study Frédéric M Jacobs Critical Care 2011, 15:442 (12 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Dextran and hydroxyethyl starch do not interfere with fibrinogen measurement if Clauss method with mechanical clot detection is used Jose Mateo, Pilar Paniagua, Tobias Koller, Victoria Moral, Jordi Fontcuberta Critical Care 2011, 15:441 (12 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Real-time ultrasound-guided percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy Shalim J Rodríguez, Luis E Esteves Critical Care 2011, 15:443 (16 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Dobutamine administration in patients after cardiac surgery: beneficial or harmful? Ludhmila A Hajjar, Julia T Fukushima, Eduardo Osawa, Juliano P Almeida, Filomena RBG Galas Critical Care 2011, 15:444 (27 September 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Perioperative hemodynamic therapy: quality improvement programs should help to resolve our uncertainty Frederic Michard, Maxime Cannesson, Benoit Vallet Critical Care 2011, 15:445 (10 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Glucocorticoids in sepsis: dissecting facts from fiction Charles L Sprung, Djillali Annane, Mervyn Singer, Rui Moreno, Didier Keh, the CORTICUS Study Group Critical Care 2011, 15:446 (13 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter The burden of high-risk surgery and the potential benefit of goal-directed strategies Frederic Michard Critical Care 2011, 15:447 (20 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Imbalanced pro- and anti-Th17 responses (IL-17/granulocyte colony-stimulating factor) predict fatal outcome in 2009 pandemic influenza Raquel Almansa, Lorenzo Socias, Paula Ramirez, Ignacio Martin-Loeches, Jordi Vallés, Ana Loza, Jordi Rello, David J Kelvin, Cristobal León, Jesús Blanco, David Andaluz, Dariela Micheloud, Enrique Maraví, Raul Ortiz de Lejarazu, Jesus F Bermejo-Martin Critical Care 2011, 15:448 (20 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Fish oil and sepsis: we still need more trials Flavia R Machado Critical Care 2011, 15:449 (31 October 2011) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central

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