title: Recently published papers: from superbugs to superbowl.
abstract: Several papers are discussed including the CARP (Coronary Artery Revascularisation Prophylaxis) trial, examining the role, if any, of preoperative coronary revascularisation and a study examining the heart rate in the intensive care unit (ICU) population. We also take a look at infections in the ICU with particular regard to a recent study which examined isolating patients with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
authors.affiliation: Department of Critical Care, Worthing General Hospital, Lyndhurst Road, Worthing, UK.
authors.forename: Laurie A
authors.initials: LA
authors.lastname: Tomlinson
authors.forename: Lui G
authors.initials: LG
authors.lastname: Forni
mesh_terms: D015906:Angioplasty, Balloon, Coronary; D001014:Aortic Aneurysm / Q000601:surgery; D001157:Arterial Occlusive Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D015331:Cohort Studies; D017023:Coronary Angiography; D001026:Coronary Artery Bypass; D003327:Coronary Disease / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy; D003428:Cross Infection / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006339:Heart Rate; D006801:Humans; D007362:Intensive Care Units; D007866:Leg / Q000098:blood supply; D007902:Length of Stay; D016106:Methicillin Resistance; D010356:Patient Isolation; D016491:Peripheral Vascular Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D011300:Preoperative Care; D011446:Prospective Studies; D016032:Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic; D012307:Risk Factors; D013203:Staphylococcal Infections / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000517:prevention & control; D013211:Staphylococcus aureus / Q000187:drug effects*; D013997:Time Factors; D014656:Vascular Surgical Procedures