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AAST Guideline May Help Identify, Manage PICS

Consensus guideline outlines screening, diagnosis, and follow-up strategies for long-term impairments after intensive care unit discharge.

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Post-intensive care syndrome (PICS) encompasses various impairments that arise after intensive care unit (ICU) admission, as highlighted by a consensus guideline. These impairments include physical, cognitive, psychological, and thromboinflammatory dysregulation lasting beyond ICU stay and impacting patients' quality of life. A working group evaluated literature to establish recommendations for recognizing and managing PICS, emphasizing the need for domain-specific assessments. Long-term outcomes reveal a high incidence of cognitive impairment and functional decline among ICU survivors. The guidelines advocate for multidisciplinary follow-ups within weeks of discharge to address potential complications effectively.

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AAST Guideline May Help Identify, Manage PICS

  • by Andrea Surnit

  • April 13, 2026

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