Neurologic Complications in the Intensive Care Unit.
Complications involving the central and peripheral nervous system are frequently encountered in critically ill patients. All components of the neuraxis can be involved including the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, neuromuscular junction, and muscles. Neurologic complications adversely impact outcome and length of stay. These complications can be related to underlying critical illness, pre-existing comorbid conditions, and commonly used and life-saving procedures and medications. Familiarity with the myriad neurologic complications that occur in the intensive care unit can facilitate their timely recognition and treatment. Additionally, awareness of treatment-related neurologic complications may inform decision-making, mitigate risk, and improve outcomes.
Department of Neurology, Loyola University Chicago-Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood, IL, 60153, USA.
Clio
C
Rubinos
Department of Neurology, Loyola University Chicago-Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood, IL, 60153, USA. sruland@lumc.edu.
Sean
S
Ruland
D016638:Critical Illness; D006801:Humans; D007362:Intensive Care Units; D009422:Nervous System Diseases / Q000150:complications*
Anoxic brain injury; Critical illness myopathy; Critical illness neuropathy; Posttraumatic stress disorder; Seizures; Stroke; Toxic metabolic encephalopathy