Cardiogenic Shock: Insights on Mortality and Management

In this episode of the Saving Lives Podcast, we review a nationwide study on cardiogenic shock in general ICUs, recently published in the European Heart Journal: Acute Cardiovascular Care. Discover why non-ischemic heart failure now leads cardiogenic shock admissions, which patient groups face the highest mortality, and how early ICU intervention can improve outcomes. Stay tuned for critical insights into managing this high-risk population. The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook I have written "The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Professionals," a must-read for anyone caring for critically ill patients (check out the reviews)! You have several options to get a physical copy. Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/47qJZe1⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Affiliate Link) My Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://eddyjoemd.myshopify.com/products/the-vasopressor-inotrope-handbook⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Use "podcast" to save 10%) Citation: Citation: Guido T, Giovanni T, Elena G, Anna Z, Michele Z, Stefano F. Cardiogenic shock in general intensive care unit: a nationwide prospective analysis of epidemiology and outcome. Eur Heart J Acute Cardiovasc Care. 2024 Dec 3;13(11):768-778. doi: 10.1093/ehjacc/zuae108. PMID: 39302432.