Overview
The aim of this study is to compare hemodynamic monitoring using the invasive PiCCO device to the BB-613PW wireless, non-invasive PPG-based device, in critically ill patients within the ICU, suffering from hemodynamic instability and in need of vasopressor support. Data will be gathered prospectively and analysed retrospectively.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- ICU adult patients in the need of vasopressor support of more than 0.2 mcg/Kg/Min for a period longer than 3 hours
- Patients in which PiCCO monitoring is needed
Exclusion Criteria:
- Refusal of the subject
- Technical difficulties in insertion of the PiCCO catheters
- Significant cardiac arrhythmias
- Significant valvular disease
- Pregnancy