Controversies in the Management of Sepsis - EM & Acute Care Course

Explore the controversies surrounding sepsis management in this informative emergency medicine lecture. Delve into critical topics such as Early Goal-Directed Therapy, the use of pressors, and the importance of lactate clearance. Learn why paying attention to detail and adopting a "less is more" approach can be crucial in treating septic patients. Gain insights into the role of Swan-Ganz catheters and understand the concept of "Ziggurats" in sepsis care. This evidence-based presentation, delivered by Dr. Jerome Hoffman, synthesizes current literature with clinical experience to provide specific recommendations for diagnosis and therapy in emergency care settings.

Intro
Early GoalDirected Therapy
Pressors
Pay Attention
Swanganz
Ziggurats
Less is More
Lactate Clearance