Long-term outcomes after critical illness: recent insights

Intensive care survivors often experience post-intensive care sequelae, which are frequently gathered together under the term post-intensive care syndrome (PICS). The consequences of PICS on quality of life, health-related costs and hospital readmissions are real public health problems. In the present Viewpoint, we summarize current knowledge and gaps in our understanding of PICS and approaches to management.

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Survivors of intensive care often suffer from post-intensive care sequelae, collectively known as post-intensive care syndrome (PICS). The impact of PICS on quality of life, health-related costs, and hospital readmissions is a significant public health issue. This Viewpoint summarizes current knowledge and gaps in understanding PICS and its management approaches.