Search Tag: corticosteroids

2025 20 May

Both sepsis and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) are major determinants of morbidity and mortality in the ICU, and sepsis is often complicated by ARDS. We discuss the role of corticosteroids in these patients.   Introduction Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a heterogeneous syndrome that can be the result of several...Read more

2025 20 May

Sepsis-induced ARDS is a critical condition that may require anti-inflammatory strategies. There are some promising treatments that may alter the evolution, including corticosteroids, vitamin C, NET inhibitors, and statins, which help mitigate excessive immune response and improve clinical outcomes.   Introduction Sepsis represents a...Read more

2024 19 Apr

  Emerging evidence highlights the potential advantages of employing anti-inflammatory therapies like macrolide antibiotics and corticosteroids in managing severe community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). Although their use remains a subject of debate, recent findings indicate improved clinical outcomes, and support the adoption of a tailored approach...Read more

2024 12 Mar

  Corticosteroids are commonly used drugs in multiple diseases and conditions of critically ill patients. In this article, we review the pharmacology of corticosteroids and provide recommendations for their use in the ICU based on the best available evidence.   Corticosteroids: Pharmacology and General Aspects Corticosteroids are...Read more