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  • Fluid overload is a significant risk factor for increased morbidity and mortality in critically ill patients.
  • Positive fluid balance is common in patients requiring invasive mechanical ventilation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of a diuretic strategy in managing fluid overload.
  • To assess the safety of using diuretics in mechanically ventilated patients.

Main Methods:

  • A multicenter, single-blind, randomized-controlled study.
  • Patients with fluid overload on mechanical ventilation were randomized to receive furosemide (diuretic group) or standard care (control group).
  • Primary outcome was fluid balance; secondary outcome was diuretic safety.

Main Results:

  • The diuretic group showed significantly reduced fluid balance compared to the control group (p < 0.001).
  • Mortality rates were similar between groups (14% vs 18%, p = 0.5).
  • Fewer patients in the diuretic group experienced worsening of Acute Kidney Injury (59.7% vs 75.3%, p = 0.03).

Conclusions:

  • Protocolized diuretic therapy effectively reduces fluid accumulation in mechanically ventilated patients.
  • The diuretic strategy demonstrated a favorable safety profile and was well-tolerated.
  • Diuretic use may help mitigate the risk of worsening acute kidney injury in this population.