Survival and Functionality in Severe Stroke Patients After ICU Treatment
Author Information
Author(s): Riachy Moussa, Sfeir Frida, Sleilaty Ghassan, Hage-Chahine Samer, Dabar Georges, Bazerbachi Taha, Aoun-Bacha Zeina, Khayat Georges, Koussa Salam
Primary Institution: Hôtel-Dieu de France, Beirut, Lebanon
Hypothesis
What is the impact of ICU therapeutic interventions on the survival and functional ability of severe stroke patients?
Conclusion
ICU therapeutic interventions are necessary for better prognosis in CVA patients, but the decision to treat should consider the potential for poor outcomes.
Supporting Evidence
- 16 patients died in the ICU and 7 died within a year after discharge.
- The mean APACHE II score at admission was 14.9.
- Mechanical ventilation was required in 37.1% of cases.
- A significant correlation was found between GCS at admission and survival outcomes.
Takeaway
This study looked at how ICU treatments help people who have had a severe stroke. It found that while these treatments can save lives, they don't always help everyone recover well.
Methodology
The study evaluated 62 ICU patients with severe strokes using various scales to assess severity, survival, and functional ability.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the retrospective nature of the study and the exclusion of certain patient groups.
Limitations
The study was conducted in a single center over a limited time period, which may affect the generalizability of the results.
Participant Demographics
Mean age of participants was 65.8 years with a 1:1 male to female ratio.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p = 0.024
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 0.722 to 0.946
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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