Abstract
Circulatory shock is a common and important diagnosis in the critical care environment.
Hemodynamic monitoring is quintessential in the management of shock. The currently
used hemodynamic monitoring devices not only measure cardiac output but also provide
data related to the prediction of fluid responsiveness, extravascular lung water,
and also pulmonary vascular permeability. Additionally, these devices are minimally
invasive and associated with fewer complications. The area of hemodynamic monitoring
is progressively evolving with a trend toward the use of minimally invasive devices
in this area. The critical care physician should be well-versed with current hemodynamic
monitoring limitations and stay updated with the upcoming advances in this field so
that optimal therapy can be delivered to patients in circulatory shock.
Keywords
circulatory shock - hemodynamic monitoring - fluid responsiveness - personalized hemodynamic
monitoring
