The role of beta-blocker drugs in critically ill patients: a SIAARTI expert consensus statement.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The role of β-blockers in the critically ill has been studied, and data on the protective effects of these drugs on critically ill patients have been repeatedly reported in the literature over the last two decades. However, consensus and guidelines by scientific societies on the use of β-blockers in critically ill patients are still lacking. The purpose of this document is to support the clinical decision-making process regarding the use of β-blockers in critically ill patients. The recipients of this document are physicians, nurses, healthcare personnel, and other professionals involved in the patient's care process.

Methods

The Italian Society of Anesthesia, Analgesia, Resuscitation and Intensive Care (SIAARTI) selected a panel of experts and asked them to defin

SUBMITTER: Guarracino F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10591347 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature