Publications by authors named "Emmanuelle Kuperminc"
Lancet Respir Med
May 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study explores the effectiveness of hydrocortisone and fludrocortisone treatments in patients with septic shock caused by community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) compared to non-CAP cases.
- It includes data from the phase 3 APROCCHSS trial, which initially tested these treatments across multiple centers in France, focusing specifically on how they impact mortality outcomes.
- Results indicate that patients with CAP may respond differently to these treatments, and various mortality rates and recovery metrics were analyzed to determine the overall benefit of the steroid regimen.
Article Synopsis
- ARDS often occurs alongside sepsis, both driven by excessive inflammation in the body.
- Corticosteroids, known for their anti-inflammatory properties, are now being explored for their potential benefits in treating ARDS, especially after showing reduced mortality in severe pneumonia cases.
- The review emphasizes the need for high-quality research to clarify how corticosteroids can best be used in ARDS treatment, focusing on timing, dosing, and length of therapy.
