Post intensive care syndrome. A review of a condition in need of attention

Abstract

Post-intensive care syndrome is a clinical entity that includes three pathologies, which until some time ago were addressed individually in the patient who survived the Intensive Care Unit (ICU): depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress. With the advancement and improvement of care in the ICU, there are more and more survivors of critical care, so the appearance of this syndrome has become more and more frequent. Methodology: A review of the literature has been carried out in the PubMed database, in addition to search engines such as Clinical Key, Science direct and Springer link, making an analysis and providing conclusions based on the scientific evidence found. Conclusions: The first step to manage this syndrome is to know it, address it and be aware that its appearance has an impact on mortality, morbidity and clinical evolution of the patient who survives intensive care. Make the health professional aware that the physical and systemic impact is relevant, but also the impact on mental health.