Publications by authors named "R D Blank"
Accurate assessment of severity in diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) can optimise early management and facilitate prioritisation for high acuity care. The primary aim was to evaluate the relationship between severity of acidosis (considering pH, bicarbonate, and anion gap) and hyperosmolarity with hospital mortality. Secondary outcomes included intensive care mortality, mechanical ventilation, vasopressor/inotrope use, and dialysis.
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- The study examines the relationship between high levels of inspired oxygen fraction during one-lung ventilation in thoracic surgery and the incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs).
- It analyzes data from over 2,700 surgeries across four US medical centers, finding that 5.2% of procedures resulted in PPCs, with some association between higher inspired oxygen and these complications.
- Ultimately, the results suggest that limiting oxygen levels to prevent PPCs may not be necessary, as the duration of one-lung ventilation appears to be a more significant risk factor.