General ICU Care

Anaphylaxis  According to the World Allergy Organization (WAO): Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening systemic hypersensitivity reaction characterized by rapidly developing airway, breathing and/or circulation problems, usually associated with skin and mucosal changes. Types of Anaphylaxis Feature IgE-Mediated Anaphylaxis (Classic) Non-IgE Mediated Anaphylaxis (Formerly “Anaphylactoid”) Frequency Most common type Less common Immune Mechanism IgE antibody-mediated hypersensitivity […]

Tracheostomy Emergencies Classification  Early (<7 days) Late (>7 days) Hemorrhage Tracheo-innominate fistula Tube obstruction Granulation tissue Accidental decannulation Tracheal stenosis False passage Tracheomalacia Pneumothorax Tracheoesophageal fistula Surgical emphysema Infection Tube displacement Mucus plugging Wound infection Tube fracture “DOPES Approach” Cause What to Check Management D Displacement ETT/tracheostomy tube displaced, accidental extubation, endobronchial intubation Check tube