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	Volume 16 Issue 3
	Comment
	Viewpoint Beyond winning: mediation, conflict resolution, and non-rational sources of conflict in the ICU Kerry Knickle, Nancy McNaughton, James Downar Critical Care 2012, 16:308 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Viewpoint Subclinical AKI is still AKI Claudio Ronco, John A Kellum, Michael Haase Critical Care 2012, 16:313 (21 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Commentary Micronutrients against oxidative stress - time for clinical recommendations? Jan Wernerman Critical Care 2012, 16:124 (10 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Insulin therapy improves protein metabolism in the critically ill Elena Bogdanovic, Marc G Jeschke Critical Care 2012, 16:125 (14 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Apolipoprotein M - a new biomarker in sepsis Christina Christoffersen, Lars Nielsen Critical Care 2012, 16:126 (17 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Effects of non-neurological complications on traumatic brain injury outcome Kimberly S Meyer, Maxwell Boakye, Donald W Marion Critical Care 2012, 16:128 (23 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Contrast-induced nephropathy: attributable incidence and potential harm Lilian Pires de Freitas do Carmo, Etienne Macedo Critical Care 2012, 16:127 (23 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Does gender influence outcomes in critically ill patients? Martin K Angele, Sebastian Pratschke, Irshad H Chaudry Critical Care 2012, 16:129 (13 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Commentary Sequential C-reactive protein measurements in patients with serious infections: does it help? Suzana M Lobo Critical Care 2012, 16:130 (18 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Crystalloids versus colloids during acute normovolemic anemia: the quest continues... Karl Schebesta, Oliver Kimberger Critical Care 2012, 16:131 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Down but not out: myocardial depression in sepsis Anthony S McLean Critical Care 2012, 16:132 (27 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Should heparin-binding protein levels be routinely monitored in patients with severe sepsis and septic shock? Michal Holub, Ondřj Beran Critical Care 2012, 16:133 (28 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Pocket ultrasound devices for focused echocardiography Daniel De Backer, David Fagnoul Critical Care 2012, 16:134 (29 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Tranexamic acid: less bleeding and less thrombosis? Anne Godier, Ian Roberts, Beverley J Hunt Critical Care 2012, 16:135 (29 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Review
	Review Bench-to-bedside review: Neonatal sepsis - redox processes in pathogenesis Ivan Spasojević, Budimir Obradović, Snežana Spasić Critical Care 2012, 16:221 (10 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Review Bench-to-bedside review: Rapid molecular diagnostics for bloodstream infection - a new frontier? Arash Afshari, Jacques Schrenzel, Margareta Ieven, Stephan Harbarth Critical Care 2012, 16:222 (29 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Review Clinical review: Early treatment of acute lung injury - paradigm shift toward prevention and treatment prior to respiratory failure Joseph E Levitt, Michael A Matthay Critical Care 2012, 16:223 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Review Clinical review: Clinical imaging of the sublingual microcirculation in the critically ill - where do we stand? Rick Bezemer, Sebastiaan A Bartels, Jan Bakker, Can Ince Critical Care 2012, 16:224 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Review Exercise rehabilitation following hospital discharge in survivors of critical illness: an integrative review Bronwen Connolly, Linda Denehy, Stephen Brett, Doug Elliott, Nicholas Hart Critical Care 2012, 16:226 (20 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Review Clinical review: Update on neurally adjusted ventilatory assist - report of a round-table conference Nicolas Terzi, Lise Piquilloud, Hadrien Rozé, Alain Mercat, Frédéric Lofaso, Stéphane Delisle, Philippe Jolliet, Thierry Sottiaux, Didier Tassaux, Jean Roesler, Alexandre Demoule, Samir Jaber, Jordi Mancebo, Laurent Brochard, Jean-Christophe Richard Critical Care 2012, 16:225 (20 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Report
	Journal club critique Stenting versus aggressive medical therapy for intracranial arterial stenosis: more harm than good Muthanna Al Hasan, Raghavan Murugan Critical Care 2012, 16:310 (9 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Journal club critique New strategies to manage complicated pleural effusions Majed Safiyeh, David Huang Critical Care 2012, 16:312 (22 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Journal club critique First do no harm: surrogate endpoints and the lesson of β-agonists in acute lung injury Pradeep H Lakshminarayana, Jeremy M Kahn Critical Care 2012, 16:314 (26 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Book report Neurology Emergencies Rajat Dhar, Michael Diringer Critical Care 2012, 16:311 (16 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF
	Research
	Research The prognostic value of left ventricular systolic function measured by tissue Doppler imaging in septic shock Li Weng, Yong-tai Liu, Bin Du, Jian-fang Zhou, Xiao-xiao Guo, Jin-min Peng, Xiao-yun Hu, Shu-yang Zhang, Quan Fang, Wen-ling Zhu Critical Care 2012, 16:R71 (3 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Impact of intensive care unit admission during morning bedside rounds and mortality: a multi-center retrospective cohort study Ivens Augusto O de Souza, Constantine J Karvellas, RT Gibney, Sean M Bagshaw Critical Care 2012, 16:R72 (3 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research The effect of earplugs during the night on the onset of delirium and sleep perception: a randomized controlled trial in intensive care patients Bart Van Rompaey, Monique M Elseviers, Wim Van Drom, Veronique Fromont, Philippe G Jorens Critical Care 2012, 16:R73 (4 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| 1 comment \| F1000 Biology \| Editor’s summary The use of earplugs in the ICU can lead to a better night's sleep for patients, lower the incidence of confusion, and delay the onset of cognitive disturbances.
	Research Brain natriuretic peptide for prediction of mortality in patients with sepsis: a systematic review and meta-analysis Fei Wang, Youping Wu, Lu Tang, Weimin Zhu, Feng Chen, Tao Xu, Lulong Bo, Jinbao Li, Xiaoming Deng Critical Care 2012, 16:R74 (6 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Biology
	Research Metformin overdose, but not lactic acidosis per se, inhibits oxygen consumption in pigs Alessandro Protti, Francesco Fortunato, Massimo Monti, Sarah Vecchio, Stefano Gatti, Giacomo P Comi, Rachele De Giuseppe, Luciano Gattinoni Critical Care 2012, 16:R75 (8 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| 2 comments
	Research Higher vs. lower fluid volume for septic shock: clinical characteristics and outcome in unselected patients in a prospective, multicenter cohort Søren H Smith, Anders Perner Critical Care 2012, 16:R76 (8 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Obese trauma patients are at increased risk of early hypovolemic shock: a retrospective cohort analysis of 1,084 severely injured patients Jana Nelson, Adrian T Billeter, Burkhardt Seifert, Valentin Neuhaus, Otmar Trentz, Christoph K Hofer, Matthias Turina Critical Care 2012, 16:R77 (8 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Effects of increasing compliance with minimal sedation on duration of mechanical ventilation: a quality improvement intervention Andre CKB Amaral, Lars Kure, Angie Jeffs Critical Care 2012, 16:R78 (8 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary A multifaceted strategy improved compliance with minimization of sedation, with small improvements in compliance reducing mechanical ventilation duration; intensive care units (ICUs) should monitor their key quality processes.
	Research Comparison of accuracy of optic nerve ultrasound for the detection of intracranial hypertension in the setting of acutely fluctuating vs stable intracranial pressure: post-hoc analysis of data from a prospective, blinded single center study Venkatakrishna Rajajee, Jeffrey Fletcher, Lauryn Rochlen, Teresa Jacobs Critical Care 2012, 16:R79 (11 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Gender differences in psychological morbidity and treatment in intensive care survivors - a cohort study Anna Schandl, Matteo Bottai, Elisabeth Hellgren, Örjan Sundin, Peter Sackey Critical Care 2012, 16:R80 (14 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Depression and post-traumatic stress are more common in women than men after critical illness, indicating the need for psychological and physical 'follow-up' to reduce the incidence of these symptoms.
	Research Transthoracic Echocardiography with Doppler Tissue Imaging predicts weaning failure from mechanical ventilation: evolution of the left ventricle relaxation rate during a spontaneous breathing trial is the key factor in weaning outcome Sébastien Moschietto, Denis Doyen, Ludovic Grech, Jean Dellamonica, Hervé Hyvernat, Gilles Bernardin Critical Care 2012, 16:R81 (14 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Evaluation of a new pocket echoscopic device for focused cardiac ultrasonography in an emergency setting Matthieu Biais, Cédric Carrié, François Delaunay, Nicolas Morel, Philippe Revel, Gérard Janvier Critical Care 2012, 16:R82 (14 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Early course of microcirculatory perfusion in eye and digestive tract during hypodynamic sepsis Andrius Pranskunas, Vidas Pilvinis, Zilvinas Dambrauskas, Renata Rasimaviciute, Rita Planciuniene, Paulius Dobozinskas, Vincentas Veikutis, Dinas Vaitkaitis, E Christiaan Boerma Critical Care 2012, 16:R83 (15 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Antipsychotic use and diagnosis of delirium in the intensive care unit Joshua T Swan, Kalliopi Fitousis, Jeffrey B Hall, S Rob Todd, Krista L Turner Critical Care 2012, 16:R84 (16 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research A pilot prospective study on closed loop controlled ventilation and oxygenation in ventilated children during the weaning phase Philippe Jouvet, Allen Eddington, Valérie Payen, Alice Bordessoule, Guillaume Emeriaud, Ricardo Gasco, Marc Wysocki Critical Care 2012, 16:R85 (16 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| F1000 Biology
	Research The intravascular volume effect of Ringer's lactate is below 20%: a prospective study in humans Matthias Jacob, Daniel Chappell, Klaus Hofmann-Kiefer, Tobias Helfen, Anna Schuelke, Barbara Jacob, Alexander Burges, Peter Conzen, Markus Rehm Critical Care 2012, 16:R86 (16 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Multiple injuries after earthquakes: a retrospective analysis on 1,871 injured patients from the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake Zhao Lu-Ping, Jose Rodriguez-Llanes, Wu Qi, Barbara van den Oever, Lina Westman, Manuel Albela, Pan Liang, Chen Gao, Zhang De-Sheng, Melany Hughes, Johan von Schreeb, Debarati Guha-Sapir Critical Care 2012, 16:R87 (17 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Combining intermediate levels of the Endotoxin Activity Assay (EAA) with other biomarkers in the assessment of patients with sepsis: results of an observational study Arino Yaguchi, Junji Yuzawa, David J Klein, Munekasu Takeda, Tomoyuki Harada Critical Care 2012, 16:R88 (18 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Red cell distribution width improves the simplified acute physiology score for risk prediction in unselected critically ill patients Sabina Hunziker, Leo A Celi, Joon Lee, Michael D Howell Critical Care 2012, 16:R89 (18 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Elevated plasma levels of heparin-binding protein in intensive care unit patients with severe sepsis and septic shock Adam Linder, Per Åkesson, Malin Inghammar, Carl-Johan Treutiger, Anna Linnér, Jonas Sundén-Cullberg Critical Care 2012, 16:R90 (21 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Plasma sRAGE enables prediction of acute lung injury after cardiac surgery in children XiWang Liu, QiXing Chen, ShanShan Shi, Zhuo Shi, Ru Lin, LinHua Tan, JianGen Yu, Qiang Shu, XiangMing Fang Critical Care 2012, 16:R91 (22 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Association of gender with outcomes in critically ill patients Kamran Mahmood, Kamal Eldeirawi, Momen M Wahidi Critical Care 2012, 16:R92 (22 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Implications of endotracheal tube biofilm in ventilator-associated pneumonia response: a state of concept Sara Gil-Perotin, Paula Ramirez, Veronica Marti, Jose Sahuquillo, Eva Gonzalez, Isabel Calleja, Rosario Menendez, Juan Bonastre Critical Care 2012, 16:R93 (23 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Assessment of hemodynamic efficacy and safety of 6% hydroxyethylstarch 130/0.4 vs. 0.9% NaCl fluid replacement in patients with severe sepsis: The CRYSTMAS study Bertrand Guidet, Olivier Martinet, Thierry Boulain, Francois Philippart, Jean Poussel, Julien Maizel, Xavier Forceville, Marc Feissel, Michel Hasselmann, Alexandra Heininger, Hugo Van Aken Critical Care 2012, 16:R94 (24 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Biology
	Research Blood transfusions increase circulating plasma free hemoglobin levels and plasma nitric oxide consumption: a prospective observational pilot study Iris C Vermeulen Windsant, Norbert CJ de Wit, Jonas TC Sertorio, Erik AM Beckers, Jose E Tanus-Santos, Michael J Jacobs, Wim A Buurman Critical Care 2012, 16:R95 (25 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Early versus late parenteral nutrition in ICU patients: cost analysis of the EPaNIC trial Simon Vanderheyden, Michael P Casaer, Katrien Kesteloot, Steven Simoens, Thomas De Rijdt, Guido Peers, Pieter J Wouters, Jocelijn Coenegrachts, Tine Grieten, Katleen Polders, Ann Maes, Alexander Wilmer, Jasperina Dubois, Greet Van den Berghe, Dieter Mesotten Critical Care 2012, 16:R96 (25 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| F1000 Biology
	Research Total-to-ionized calcium ratio predicts mortality in continuous renal replacement therapy with citrate anticoagulation in critically ill patients Andreas Link, Matthias Klingele, Timo Speer, Ranja Rbah, Janine Pöss, Anne Lerner-Gräber, Danilo Fliser, Michael Böhm Critical Care 2012, 16:R97 (29 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Clinical validation of a new thermodilution system for the assessment of cardiac output and volumetric parameters Nicholas Kiefer, Christoph K Hofer, Gernot Marx, Martin Geisen, Raphaël Giraud, Nils Siegenthaler, Andreas Hoeft, Karim Bendjelid, Steffen Rex Critical Care 2012, 16:R98 (30 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Fluid overload and changes in serum creatinine after cardiac surgery: predictors of mortality and longer intensive care stay. A prospective cohort study Anna Stein, Lucas de Souza, Cassian Belettini, Willian Menegazzo, Júlio Viégas, Edemar Costa Pereira, Renato Eick, Lilian Araújo, Fernanda Consolim-Colombo, Maria Irigoyen Critical Care 2012, 16:R99 (31 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| 1 comment
	Research Electrocardiographic changes in therapeutic hypothermia Corina L Rolfast, Erik J Lust, Carel C de Cock Critical Care 2012, 16:R100 (6 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Impact of whole-body computed tomography on mortality and surgical management of severe blunt trauma Jean-Michel Yeguiayan, Anabelle Yap, Marc Freysz, Delphine Garrigue, Claude Jacquot, Claude Martin, Christine Binquet, Bruno Riou, Claire Bonithon-Kopp, the FIRST Study Group Critical Care 2012, 16:R101 (11 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research The importance of colonization pressure in multiresistant Acinetobacter baumannii acquisition in a Greek intensive care unit Kostoula Arvaniti, Dimitrios Lathyris, Raymond Ruimy, Anna-Bettina Haidich, Vasiliki Koulourida, Pavlos Nikolaidis, Dimitrios Matamis, Spiros Miyakis Critical Care 2012, 16:R102 (13 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Endotracheal intubation using the C-MAC^®video laryngoscope or the Macintosh laryngoscope: A prospective, comparative study in the ICU Ruediger R Noppens, Stephanie Geimer, Nicole Eisel, Matthias David, Tim Piepho Critical Care 2012, 16:R103 (13 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Should lower respiratory tract secretions from intensive care patients be systematically screened for influenza virus during the influenza season? Maddalena Giannella, Belen Rodríguez-Sánchez, Paula Roa, Pilar Catalán, Patricia Muñoz, Darío de Viedma, Emilio Bouza, the Gregorio Marañón Task Force for Pneumonia (GANG) Critical Care 2012, 16:R104 (14 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Assessment of candidemia-attributable mortality in critically ill patients using propensity score matching analysis Francisco J González de Molina, Cristóbal León, Sergio Ruiz-Santana, Pedro Saavedra, the CAVA I Study Group Critical Care 2012, 16:R105 (14 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Association between hospital volume and network membership and an analgesia, sedation and delirium order set quality score: a cohort study Christopher R Dale, Shailaja J Hayden, Miriam M Treggiari, J Randall Curtis, Christopher W Seymour, N David Yanez, Vincent S Fan Critical Care 2012, 16:R106 (18 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Four hour creatinine clearance is better than plasma creatinine for monitoring renal function in critically ill patients John W Pickering, Christopher M Frampton, Robert J Walker, Geoffrey M Shaw, Zoltán H Endre Critical Care 2012, 16:R107 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Biology
	Research Prediction of cardiac arrest in critically ill patients presenting to the emergency department using a machine learning score incorporating heart rate variability compared with the modified early warning score Marcus Eng Hock Ong, Christina Hui Lee Ng, Ken Goh, Nan Liu, Zhi Koh, Nur Shahidah, Tong Zhang, Stephanie Fook-Chong, Zhiping Lin Critical Care 2012, 16:R108 (21 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Probiotics' effects on the incidence of nosocomial pneumonia in critically ill patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis Kai-xiong Liu, Ying-gang Zhu, Jing Zhang, Li-li Tao, Jae-Woo Lee, Xiao-dan Wang, Jie-ming Qu Critical Care 2012, 16:R109 (25 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| 1 comment
	Research The top cited clinical research articles on sepsis: a bibliometric analysis Tianzhu Tao, Xiaohong Zhao, Jingsheng Lou, Lulong Bo, Fei Wang, Jinbao Li, Xiaoming Deng Critical Care 2012, 16:R110 (26 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Regional citrate anticoagulation in cardiac surgery patients at high risk of bleeding: a continuous veno-venous hemofiltration protocol with a low concentration citrate solution Santo Morabito, Valentina Pistolesi, Luigi Tritapepe, Laura Zeppilli, Francesca Polistena, Emanuela Strampelli, Alessandro Pierucci Critical Care 2012, 16:R111 (27 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| F1000 Biology
	Research A prospective analysis of lymphocyte phenotype and function over the course of acute sepsis Jonathan S Boomer, Jennifer Shuherk-Shaffer, Richard S Hotchkiss, Jonathan M Green Critical Care 2012, 16:R112 (28 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Clinical and microbiological efficacy of continuous versus intermittent application of meropenem in critically ill patients: a randomized open-label controlled trial Ivan Chytra, Martin Stepan, Jan Benes, Petr Pelnar, Alexandra Zidkova, Tamara Bergerova, Richard Pradl, Eduard Kasal Critical Care 2012, 16:R113 (28 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Biology
	Correspondence
	Letter A method for detection and quantification of hydroxyethyl starch in plasma Gordon P Otto, Bianka Wissuwa, Anne Mehnert, Sascha Marx, Michael Raessler, Wolfgang Lösche, Ralf A Claus, Maik Sossdorf Critical Care 2012, 16:426 (8 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Bivalirudin and post-cardiotomy ECMO: a word of caution Marco Ranucci Critical Care 2012, 16:427 (9 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter ROTEM®-guided coagulation factor concentrate therapy in trauma: 2-year experience in Venice, Italy Alberto Grassetto, Marco De Nardin, Bernadetta Ganzerla, Monica Geremia, Debora Saggioro, Elena Serafini, Silvia Zampieri, Manuela Toffoli, Daniele Penzo, Antonio Bossi, Carlo Maggiolo Critical Care 2012, 16:428 (21 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Noninvasive mechanical ventilation for very old patients with limitations of care: is the ICU the most appropriate setting? Raffaele Scala, Antonio Esquinas Critical Care 2012, 16:429 (7 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Letter Number needed to treat and cost-effectiveness in the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia Duncan Wyncoll, Luigi Camporota Critical Care 2012, 16:430 (7 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Letter Mechanical insufflation-exsufflation in prevention of post-extubation acute respiratory failure: most welcome but must be used cautiously in critically ill patients Antonio M Esquinas Rodriguez, Egbert Pravinkumar Critical Care 2012, 16:431 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter CD4⁺T-lymphocyte alterations in trauma patients Aurélie Gouel-Chéron, Fabienne Venet, Bernard Allaouchiche, Guillaume Monneret Critical Care 2012, 16:432 (26 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Echographic evaluation of ICU patients with tissue Doppler imaging: more studies and more consensus are still needed Jérôme Fichet, Benjamin Sztrymf, Frédéric M Jacobs Critical Care 2012, 16:433 (26 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Hospital survey of point-of-care lung ultrasound use in the assessment of peri-operative and critically ill patients Kelvin Lam, David Canty, Colin Royse, Alistair Royse Critical Care 2012, 16:437 (29 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Fluid resuscitation in septic shock: too much, too little or just right? John R Prowle Critical Care 2012, 16:436 (29 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed

	Volume 16 Issue 3
	Comment
	Viewpoint Beyond winning: mediation, conflict resolution, and non-rational sources of conflict in the ICU Kerry Knickle, Nancy McNaughton, James Downar Critical Care 2012, 16:308 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Viewpoint Subclinical AKI is still AKI Claudio Ronco, John A Kellum, Michael Haase Critical Care 2012, 16:313 (21 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Commentary Micronutrients against oxidative stress - time for clinical recommendations? Jan Wernerman Critical Care 2012, 16:124 (10 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Insulin therapy improves protein metabolism in the critically ill Elena Bogdanovic, Marc G Jeschke Critical Care 2012, 16:125 (14 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Apolipoprotein M - a new biomarker in sepsis Christina Christoffersen, Lars Nielsen Critical Care 2012, 16:126 (17 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Effects of non-neurological complications on traumatic brain injury outcome Kimberly S Meyer, Maxwell Boakye, Donald W Marion Critical Care 2012, 16:128 (23 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Contrast-induced nephropathy: attributable incidence and potential harm Lilian Pires de Freitas do Carmo, Etienne Macedo Critical Care 2012, 16:127 (23 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Does gender influence outcomes in critically ill patients? Martin K Angele, Sebastian Pratschke, Irshad H Chaudry Critical Care 2012, 16:129 (13 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Commentary Sequential C-reactive protein measurements in patients with serious infections: does it help? Suzana M Lobo Critical Care 2012, 16:130 (18 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Crystalloids versus colloids during acute normovolemic anemia: the quest continues... Karl Schebesta, Oliver Kimberger Critical Care 2012, 16:131 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Down but not out: myocardial depression in sepsis Anthony S McLean Critical Care 2012, 16:132 (27 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Should heparin-binding protein levels be routinely monitored in patients with severe sepsis and septic shock? Michal Holub, Ondřj Beran Critical Care 2012, 16:133 (28 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Pocket ultrasound devices for focused echocardiography Daniel De Backer, David Fagnoul Critical Care 2012, 16:134 (29 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Commentary Tranexamic acid: less bleeding and less thrombosis? Anne Godier, Ian Roberts, Beverley J Hunt Critical Care 2012, 16:135 (29 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Review
	Review Bench-to-bedside review: Neonatal sepsis - redox processes in pathogenesis Ivan Spasojević, Budimir Obradović, Snežana Spasić Critical Care 2012, 16:221 (10 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Review Bench-to-bedside review: Rapid molecular diagnostics for bloodstream infection - a new frontier? Arash Afshari, Jacques Schrenzel, Margareta Ieven, Stephan Harbarth Critical Care 2012, 16:222 (29 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Review Clinical review: Early treatment of acute lung injury - paradigm shift toward prevention and treatment prior to respiratory failure Joseph E Levitt, Michael A Matthay Critical Care 2012, 16:223 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Review Clinical review: Clinical imaging of the sublingual microcirculation in the critically ill - where do we stand? Rick Bezemer, Sebastiaan A Bartels, Jan Bakker, Can Ince Critical Care 2012, 16:224 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Review Exercise rehabilitation following hospital discharge in survivors of critical illness: an integrative review Bronwen Connolly, Linda Denehy, Stephen Brett, Doug Elliott, Nicholas Hart Critical Care 2012, 16:226 (20 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Review Clinical review: Update on neurally adjusted ventilatory assist - report of a round-table conference Nicolas Terzi, Lise Piquilloud, Hadrien Rozé, Alain Mercat, Frédéric Lofaso, Stéphane Delisle, Philippe Jolliet, Thierry Sottiaux, Didier Tassaux, Jean Roesler, Alexandre Demoule, Samir Jaber, Jordi Mancebo, Laurent Brochard, Jean-Christophe Richard Critical Care 2012, 16:225 (20 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Report
	Journal club critique Stenting versus aggressive medical therapy for intracranial arterial stenosis: more harm than good Muthanna Al Hasan, Raghavan Murugan Critical Care 2012, 16:310 (9 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Journal club critique New strategies to manage complicated pleural effusions Majed Safiyeh, David Huang Critical Care 2012, 16:312 (22 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Journal club critique First do no harm: surrogate endpoints and the lesson of β-agonists in acute lung injury Pradeep H Lakshminarayana, Jeremy M Kahn Critical Care 2012, 16:314 (26 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Book report Neurology Emergencies Rajat Dhar, Michael Diringer Critical Care 2012, 16:311 (16 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF
	Research
	Research The prognostic value of left ventricular systolic function measured by tissue Doppler imaging in septic shock Li Weng, Yong-tai Liu, Bin Du, Jian-fang Zhou, Xiao-xiao Guo, Jin-min Peng, Xiao-yun Hu, Shu-yang Zhang, Quan Fang, Wen-ling Zhu Critical Care 2012, 16:R71 (3 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Impact of intensive care unit admission during morning bedside rounds and mortality: a multi-center retrospective cohort study Ivens Augusto O de Souza, Constantine J Karvellas, RT Gibney, Sean M Bagshaw Critical Care 2012, 16:R72 (3 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research The effect of earplugs during the night on the onset of delirium and sleep perception: a randomized controlled trial in intensive care patients Bart Van Rompaey, Monique M Elseviers, Wim Van Drom, Veronique Fromont, Philippe G Jorens Critical Care 2012, 16:R73 (4 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| 1 comment \| F1000 Biology \| Editor’s summary The use of earplugs in the ICU can lead to a better night's sleep for patients, lower the incidence of confusion, and delay the onset of cognitive disturbances.
	Research Brain natriuretic peptide for prediction of mortality in patients with sepsis: a systematic review and meta-analysis Fei Wang, Youping Wu, Lu Tang, Weimin Zhu, Feng Chen, Tao Xu, Lulong Bo, Jinbao Li, Xiaoming Deng Critical Care 2012, 16:R74 (6 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Biology
	Research Metformin overdose, but not lactic acidosis per se, inhibits oxygen consumption in pigs Alessandro Protti, Francesco Fortunato, Massimo Monti, Sarah Vecchio, Stefano Gatti, Giacomo P Comi, Rachele De Giuseppe, Luciano Gattinoni Critical Care 2012, 16:R75 (8 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| 2 comments
	Research Higher vs. lower fluid volume for septic shock: clinical characteristics and outcome in unselected patients in a prospective, multicenter cohort Søren H Smith, Anders Perner Critical Care 2012, 16:R76 (8 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Obese trauma patients are at increased risk of early hypovolemic shock: a retrospective cohort analysis of 1,084 severely injured patients Jana Nelson, Adrian T Billeter, Burkhardt Seifert, Valentin Neuhaus, Otmar Trentz, Christoph K Hofer, Matthias Turina Critical Care 2012, 16:R77 (8 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Effects of increasing compliance with minimal sedation on duration of mechanical ventilation: a quality improvement intervention Andre CKB Amaral, Lars Kure, Angie Jeffs Critical Care 2012, 16:R78 (8 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary A multifaceted strategy improved compliance with minimization of sedation, with small improvements in compliance reducing mechanical ventilation duration; intensive care units (ICUs) should monitor their key quality processes.
	Research Comparison of accuracy of optic nerve ultrasound for the detection of intracranial hypertension in the setting of acutely fluctuating vs stable intracranial pressure: post-hoc analysis of data from a prospective, blinded single center study Venkatakrishna Rajajee, Jeffrey Fletcher, Lauryn Rochlen, Teresa Jacobs Critical Care 2012, 16:R79 (11 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Gender differences in psychological morbidity and treatment in intensive care survivors - a cohort study Anna Schandl, Matteo Bottai, Elisabeth Hellgren, Örjan Sundin, Peter Sackey Critical Care 2012, 16:R80 (14 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Editor’s summary Depression and post-traumatic stress are more common in women than men after critical illness, indicating the need for psychological and physical 'follow-up' to reduce the incidence of these symptoms.
	Research Transthoracic Echocardiography with Doppler Tissue Imaging predicts weaning failure from mechanical ventilation: evolution of the left ventricle relaxation rate during a spontaneous breathing trial is the key factor in weaning outcome Sébastien Moschietto, Denis Doyen, Ludovic Grech, Jean Dellamonica, Hervé Hyvernat, Gilles Bernardin Critical Care 2012, 16:R81 (14 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Evaluation of a new pocket echoscopic device for focused cardiac ultrasonography in an emergency setting Matthieu Biais, Cédric Carrié, François Delaunay, Nicolas Morel, Philippe Revel, Gérard Janvier Critical Care 2012, 16:R82 (14 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Early course of microcirculatory perfusion in eye and digestive tract during hypodynamic sepsis Andrius Pranskunas, Vidas Pilvinis, Zilvinas Dambrauskas, Renata Rasimaviciute, Rita Planciuniene, Paulius Dobozinskas, Vincentas Veikutis, Dinas Vaitkaitis, E Christiaan Boerma Critical Care 2012, 16:R83 (15 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Antipsychotic use and diagnosis of delirium in the intensive care unit Joshua T Swan, Kalliopi Fitousis, Jeffrey B Hall, S Rob Todd, Krista L Turner Critical Care 2012, 16:R84 (16 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research A pilot prospective study on closed loop controlled ventilation and oxygenation in ventilated children during the weaning phase Philippe Jouvet, Allen Eddington, Valérie Payen, Alice Bordessoule, Guillaume Emeriaud, Ricardo Gasco, Marc Wysocki Critical Care 2012, 16:R85 (16 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| F1000 Biology
	Research The intravascular volume effect of Ringer's lactate is below 20%: a prospective study in humans Matthias Jacob, Daniel Chappell, Klaus Hofmann-Kiefer, Tobias Helfen, Anna Schuelke, Barbara Jacob, Alexander Burges, Peter Conzen, Markus Rehm Critical Care 2012, 16:R86 (16 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Multiple injuries after earthquakes: a retrospective analysis on 1,871 injured patients from the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake Zhao Lu-Ping, Jose Rodriguez-Llanes, Wu Qi, Barbara van den Oever, Lina Westman, Manuel Albela, Pan Liang, Chen Gao, Zhang De-Sheng, Melany Hughes, Johan von Schreeb, Debarati Guha-Sapir Critical Care 2012, 16:R87 (17 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Combining intermediate levels of the Endotoxin Activity Assay (EAA) with other biomarkers in the assessment of patients with sepsis: results of an observational study Arino Yaguchi, Junji Yuzawa, David J Klein, Munekasu Takeda, Tomoyuki Harada Critical Care 2012, 16:R88 (18 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Red cell distribution width improves the simplified acute physiology score for risk prediction in unselected critically ill patients Sabina Hunziker, Leo A Celi, Joon Lee, Michael D Howell Critical Care 2012, 16:R89 (18 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Elevated plasma levels of heparin-binding protein in intensive care unit patients with severe sepsis and septic shock Adam Linder, Per Åkesson, Malin Inghammar, Carl-Johan Treutiger, Anna Linnér, Jonas Sundén-Cullberg Critical Care 2012, 16:R90 (21 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Plasma sRAGE enables prediction of acute lung injury after cardiac surgery in children XiWang Liu, QiXing Chen, ShanShan Shi, Zhuo Shi, Ru Lin, LinHua Tan, JianGen Yu, Qiang Shu, XiangMing Fang Critical Care 2012, 16:R91 (22 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Association of gender with outcomes in critically ill patients Kamran Mahmood, Kamal Eldeirawi, Momen M Wahidi Critical Care 2012, 16:R92 (22 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Implications of endotracheal tube biofilm in ventilator-associated pneumonia response: a state of concept Sara Gil-Perotin, Paula Ramirez, Veronica Marti, Jose Sahuquillo, Eva Gonzalez, Isabel Calleja, Rosario Menendez, Juan Bonastre Critical Care 2012, 16:R93 (23 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Assessment of hemodynamic efficacy and safety of 6% hydroxyethylstarch 130/0.4 vs. 0.9% NaCl fluid replacement in patients with severe sepsis: The CRYSTMAS study Bertrand Guidet, Olivier Martinet, Thierry Boulain, Francois Philippart, Jean Poussel, Julien Maizel, Xavier Forceville, Marc Feissel, Michel Hasselmann, Alexandra Heininger, Hugo Van Aken Critical Care 2012, 16:R94 (24 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Biology
	Research Blood transfusions increase circulating plasma free hemoglobin levels and plasma nitric oxide consumption: a prospective observational pilot study Iris C Vermeulen Windsant, Norbert CJ de Wit, Jonas TC Sertorio, Erik AM Beckers, Jose E Tanus-Santos, Michael J Jacobs, Wim A Buurman Critical Care 2012, 16:R95 (25 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Early versus late parenteral nutrition in ICU patients: cost analysis of the EPaNIC trial Simon Vanderheyden, Michael P Casaer, Katrien Kesteloot, Steven Simoens, Thomas De Rijdt, Guido Peers, Pieter J Wouters, Jocelijn Coenegrachts, Tine Grieten, Katleen Polders, Ann Maes, Alexander Wilmer, Jasperina Dubois, Greet Van den Berghe, Dieter Mesotten Critical Care 2012, 16:R96 (25 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| F1000 Biology
	Research Total-to-ionized calcium ratio predicts mortality in continuous renal replacement therapy with citrate anticoagulation in critically ill patients Andreas Link, Matthias Klingele, Timo Speer, Ranja Rbah, Janine Pöss, Anne Lerner-Gräber, Danilo Fliser, Michael Böhm Critical Care 2012, 16:R97 (29 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Clinical validation of a new thermodilution system for the assessment of cardiac output and volumetric parameters Nicholas Kiefer, Christoph K Hofer, Gernot Marx, Martin Geisen, Raphaël Giraud, Nils Siegenthaler, Andreas Hoeft, Karim Bendjelid, Steffen Rex Critical Care 2012, 16:R98 (30 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Fluid overload and changes in serum creatinine after cardiac surgery: predictors of mortality and longer intensive care stay. A prospective cohort study Anna Stein, Lucas de Souza, Cassian Belettini, Willian Menegazzo, Júlio Viégas, Edemar Costa Pereira, Renato Eick, Lilian Araújo, Fernanda Consolim-Colombo, Maria Irigoyen Critical Care 2012, 16:R99 (31 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| 1 comment
	Research Electrocardiographic changes in therapeutic hypothermia Corina L Rolfast, Erik J Lust, Carel C de Cock Critical Care 2012, 16:R100 (6 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Impact of whole-body computed tomography on mortality and surgical management of severe blunt trauma Jean-Michel Yeguiayan, Anabelle Yap, Marc Freysz, Delphine Garrigue, Claude Jacquot, Claude Martin, Christine Binquet, Bruno Riou, Claire Bonithon-Kopp, the FIRST Study Group Critical Care 2012, 16:R101 (11 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research The importance of colonization pressure in multiresistant Acinetobacter baumannii acquisition in a Greek intensive care unit Kostoula Arvaniti, Dimitrios Lathyris, Raymond Ruimy, Anna-Bettina Haidich, Vasiliki Koulourida, Pavlos Nikolaidis, Dimitrios Matamis, Spiros Miyakis Critical Care 2012, 16:R102 (13 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Endotracheal intubation using the C-MAC^®video laryngoscope or the Macintosh laryngoscope: A prospective, comparative study in the ICU Ruediger R Noppens, Stephanie Geimer, Nicole Eisel, Matthias David, Tim Piepho Critical Care 2012, 16:R103 (13 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Should lower respiratory tract secretions from intensive care patients be systematically screened for influenza virus during the influenza season? Maddalena Giannella, Belen Rodríguez-Sánchez, Paula Roa, Pilar Catalán, Patricia Muñoz, Darío de Viedma, Emilio Bouza, the Gregorio Marañón Task Force for Pneumonia (GANG) Critical Care 2012, 16:R104 (14 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Assessment of candidemia-attributable mortality in critically ill patients using propensity score matching analysis Francisco J González de Molina, Cristóbal León, Sergio Ruiz-Santana, Pedro Saavedra, the CAVA I Study Group Critical Care 2012, 16:R105 (14 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Association between hospital volume and network membership and an analgesia, sedation and delirium order set quality score: a cohort study Christopher R Dale, Shailaja J Hayden, Miriam M Treggiari, J Randall Curtis, Christopher W Seymour, N David Yanez, Vincent S Fan Critical Care 2012, 16:R106 (18 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Four hour creatinine clearance is better than plasma creatinine for monitoring renal function in critically ill patients John W Pickering, Christopher M Frampton, Robert J Walker, Geoffrey M Shaw, Zoltán H Endre Critical Care 2012, 16:R107 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Biology
	Research Prediction of cardiac arrest in critically ill patients presenting to the emergency department using a machine learning score incorporating heart rate variability compared with the modified early warning score Marcus Eng Hock Ong, Christina Hui Lee Ng, Ken Goh, Nan Liu, Zhi Koh, Nur Shahidah, Tong Zhang, Stephanie Fook-Chong, Zhiping Lin Critical Care 2012, 16:R108 (21 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Probiotics' effects on the incidence of nosocomial pneumonia in critically ill patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis Kai-xiong Liu, Ying-gang Zhu, Jing Zhang, Li-li Tao, Jae-Woo Lee, Xiao-dan Wang, Jie-ming Qu Critical Care 2012, 16:R109 (25 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| 1 comment
	Research The top cited clinical research articles on sepsis: a bibliometric analysis Tianzhu Tao, Xiaohong Zhao, Jingsheng Lou, Lulong Bo, Fei Wang, Jinbao Li, Xiaoming Deng Critical Care 2012, 16:R110 (26 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Research Regional citrate anticoagulation in cardiac surgery patients at high risk of bleeding: a continuous veno-venous hemofiltration protocol with a low concentration citrate solution Santo Morabito, Valentina Pistolesi, Luigi Tritapepe, Laura Zeppilli, Francesca Polistena, Emanuela Strampelli, Alessandro Pierucci Critical Care 2012, 16:R111 (27 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| F1000 Biology
	Research A prospective analysis of lymphocyte phenotype and function over the course of acute sepsis Jonathan S Boomer, Jennifer Shuherk-Shaffer, Richard S Hotchkiss, Jonathan M Green Critical Care 2012, 16:R112 (28 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Research Clinical and microbiological efficacy of continuous versus intermittent application of meropenem in critically ill patients: a randomized open-label controlled trial Ivan Chytra, Martin Stepan, Jan Benes, Petr Pelnar, Alexandra Zidkova, Tamara Bergerova, Richard Pradl, Eduard Kasal Critical Care 2012, 16:R113 (28 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central \| F1000 Biology
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	Letter A method for detection and quantification of hydroxyethyl starch in plasma Gordon P Otto, Bianka Wissuwa, Anne Mehnert, Sascha Marx, Michael Raessler, Wolfgang Lösche, Ralf A Claus, Maik Sossdorf Critical Care 2012, 16:426 (8 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Bivalirudin and post-cardiotomy ECMO: a word of caution Marco Ranucci Critical Care 2012, 16:427 (9 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter ROTEM®-guided coagulation factor concentrate therapy in trauma: 2-year experience in Venice, Italy Alberto Grassetto, Marco De Nardin, Bernadetta Ganzerla, Monica Geremia, Debora Saggioro, Elena Serafini, Silvia Zampieri, Manuela Toffoli, Daniele Penzo, Antonio Bossi, Carlo Maggiolo Critical Care 2012, 16:428 (21 May 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Noninvasive mechanical ventilation for very old patients with limitations of care: is the ICU the most appropriate setting? Raffaele Scala, Antonio Esquinas Critical Care 2012, 16:429 (7 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Letter Number needed to treat and cost-effectiveness in the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia Duncan Wyncoll, Luigi Camporota Critical Care 2012, 16:430 (7 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed \| Cited on BioMed Central
	Letter Mechanical insufflation-exsufflation in prevention of post-extubation acute respiratory failure: most welcome but must be used cautiously in critically ill patients Antonio M Esquinas Rodriguez, Egbert Pravinkumar Critical Care 2012, 16:431 (19 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter CD4⁺T-lymphocyte alterations in trauma patients Aurélie Gouel-Chéron, Fabienne Venet, Bernard Allaouchiche, Guillaume Monneret Critical Care 2012, 16:432 (26 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Echographic evaluation of ICU patients with tissue Doppler imaging: more studies and more consensus are still needed Jérôme Fichet, Benjamin Sztrymf, Frédéric M Jacobs Critical Care 2012, 16:433 (26 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Hospital survey of point-of-care lung ultrasound use in the assessment of peri-operative and critically ill patients Kelvin Lam, David Canty, Colin Royse, Alistair Royse Critical Care 2012, 16:437 (29 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed
	Letter Fluid resuscitation in septic shock: too much, too little or just right? John R Prowle Critical Care 2012, 16:436 (29 June 2012) Abstract \| Full text \| PDF \| PubMed

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