CUrrent Practices of Intensive Care for the Management of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome in EurOpe.

CUrrent Practices of Intensive Care for the Management of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome in EurOpe.

This study seeks to gain a comprehensive understanding of current ARDS management practices across European ICUs, with a particular focus on the use of LTV and PP therapy, which have been shown to improve outcomes in ARDS patients. The primary objectives focus on evaluating how LTV and PP are implemented across different institutions, while secondary objectives encompass a broader assessment of other ARDS treatment strategies. These include mechanical ventilation approaches, including PEEP titration, the use of NMBAs, and advanced extra-corporal therapies like ECMO and extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal (ECCO2R). Additionally, the study will explore diagnostic methods and decision-making processes that guide ARDS management in diverse clinical settings.

This is a cross-sectional survey designed to collect data on the current practices of ARDS management in ICUs across Europe. The survey will be administered electronically, allowing for the efficient collection of responses from a broad and diverse group of healthcare professionals.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Healthcare professionals (physicians and nurses) who are currently employed in an ICU that treats ARDS patients and are actively involved in their management.

Exclusion Criteria:

• There are no specific exclusion criteria for this study, as the aim is to gather as broad a range of perspectives and practices as possible from ICUs treating ARDS patients.