Doppalapudi S, Khan B, Adrish M. Reimagining critical care: Trends and shifts in 21st century medicine. World J Crit Care Med 2024; 13(3): 94020 [PMID: 39253310 DOI: 10.5492/wjccm.v13.i3.94020]
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Sai Doppalapudi, MD, Doctor, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, BronxCare Health System/Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, 1650 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10467, United States. saidoppala@gmail.com
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Critical Care Medicine
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World J Crit Care Med. Sep 9, 2024; 13(3): 94020 Published online Sep 9, 2024. doi: 10.5492/wjccm.v13.i3.94020
Reimagining critical care: Trends and shifts in 21st century medicine
Sai Doppalapudi, Bilal Khan, Muhammad Adrish
Sai Doppalapudi, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, BronxCare Health System/Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Bronx, NY 10467, United States
Bilal Khan, Pulmonary, William P. Clements High School, Sugar Land, TX 77479, United States
Muhammad Adrish, Section of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Ben Taub Hospital/Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX 77030, United States
Author contributions: Doppalapudi S, Khan B, and Adrish M were involved in conceptualization, data collection, writing the manuscript, and revising the final draft.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors have nothing to disclose.
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Corresponding author: Sai Doppalapudi, MD, Doctor, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, BronxCare Health System/Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, 1650 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10467, United States. saidoppala@gmail.com
Received: March 9, 2024 Revised: May 2, 2024 Accepted: June 25, 2024 Published online: September 9, 2024 Processing time: 173 Days and 11.4 Hours
Abstract
Critical care medicine has undergone significant evaluation in the 21st century, primarily driven by advancements in technology, changes in healthcare delivery, and a deeper understanding of disease processes. Advancements in technology have revolutionized patient monitoring, diagnosis, and treatment in the critical care setting. From minimally invasive procedures to advances imaging techniques, clinicians now have access to a wide array of tools to assess and manage critically ill patients more effectively. In this editorial we comment on the review article published by Padte S et al wherein they concisely describe the latest developments in critical care medicine.
Core Tip: Critical care medicine has seen significant advancements across various fronts. Innovations in technology, such as advanced monitoring systems, have enhanced patient care by providing real-time data to clinicians. Pharmacological advancements have led to the development of new drugs and treatment protocols, improving outcomes for critically ill patients. Additionally, there has been a growing emphasis on personalized medicine, tailoring treatments to individual patient needs through genomic and biomarker research. Furthermore, the integration of telemedicine and remote monitoring has expanded access to critical care expertise, particularly in underserved areas. Overall, these advancements have contributed to improved survival rates and quality of life for patients in critical care settings.
