Observational study shows the importance of specific CO₂ and O₂ metrics in septic shock, suggesting improved assessment strategies.
In patients with septic shock, elevated Pcv-aCO₂ and Pcv-aCO₂/Ca-cvO₂ ratios are associated with impaired oxygen metabolism and worse outcomes, even when conventional markers appear normal. These parameters may serve as more sensitive indicators of tissue hypoperfusion in guiding early resuscitation efforts.
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