Editorial
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World J Clin Cases. Jul 26, 2024; 12(21): 4455-4459
Published online Jul 26, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i21.4455
Advancing critical care recovery: The pivotal role of machine learning in early detection of intensive care unit-acquired weakness
Georges Khattar, Elie Bou Sanayeh
Georges Khattar, Elie Bou Sanayeh, Department of Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital, Staten Island, NY 10305, United States
Author contributions: Khattar G conceptualized the study; Khattar G and Bou Sanayeh E designed the methodology; Khattar G participated in the formal investigation and literature review; Khattar G wrote the original draft of the manuscript; Bou Sanayeh E edited the manuscript for important intellectual content and supervised the study; all authors read and agreed to the published version of the manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Elie Bou Sanayeh, MD, MBA, Doctor, Department of Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital, 475 Seaview Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10305, United States. elie.h.bousanayeh@gmail.com
Received: March 5, 2024
Revised: May 14, 2024
Accepted: May 27, 2024
Published online: July 26, 2024
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Abstract

This editorial explores the significant challenge of intensive care unit-acquired weakness (ICU-AW), a prevalent condition affecting critically ill patients, characterized by profound muscle weakness and complicating patient recovery. Highlighting the paradox of modern medical advances, it emphasizes the urgent need for early identification and intervention to mitigate ICU-AW's impact. Innovatively, the study by Wang et al is showcased for employing a multilayer perceptron neural network model, achieving high accuracy in predicting ICU-AW risk. This advancement underscores the potential of neural network models in enhancing patient care but also calls for continued research to address limitations and improve model applicability. The editorial advocates for the development and validation of sophisticated predictive tools, aiming for personalized care strategies to reduce ICU-AW incidence and severity, ultimately improving patient outcomes in critical care settings.

Keywords: Critical illness myopathy; Critical illness polyneuropathy; Early detection; Intensive care unit-acquired weakness; Neural network models; Patient outcomes; Personalized intervention strategies; Predictive modeling

Core Tip: Intensive care unit-acquired weakness (ICU-AW) significantly impacts patient recovery and healthcare costs, affecting a broad spectrum of critically ill patients. Timely detection and prevention are essential in managing this condition effectively. Early and precise prediction, facilitated by advanced methodologies such as neural network models exemplified by Wang et al's study, represent pivotal advancements in addressing ICU-AW. These models offer enhanced early detection and facilitate tailored intervention strategies, underscoring the imperative for ongoing research to refine their accuracy and applicability. This editorial emphasizes the critical role of predictive tools in improving patient outcomes in critical care, highlighting the urgency of developing and validating sophisticated models to proactively manage ICU-AW.