Síndrome post-UCI

• Autores: Paula García Belenguer Cegoñino, Carlos Aisa Sancho, Eva Vega Cuesta, Laura Núñez Sánchez, Marta Teresa Gimeno Soler
• Localización: Revista Sanitaria de Investigación, ISSN-e 2660-7085, Vol. 6, Nº. 5, 2025
• Idioma: español
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• Resumen
  • español

    El síndrome post-UCI (Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos) es un conjunto de secuelas físicas, cognitivas y psicológicas que pueden afectar a pacientes sobrevivientes de enfermedades críticas. Estas disfunciones pueden durar meses o años, afectando gravemente su funcionalidad y calidad de vida.

    Este artículo aborda las manifestaciones clínicas, factores de riesgo, diagnóstico, prevención y estrategias de rehabilitación del síndrome post-UCI, integrando evidencia actual y ejemplos de programas asistenciales en España.

  • English

    Post-ICU syndrome refers to a range of physical, cognitive, and psychological impairments that affect survivors of critical illness. These sequelae may persist for months or even years, significantly impacting quality of life and functionality.

    This article discusses the clinical features, risk factors, diagnosis, prevention, and rehabilitation strategies related to post-ICU syndrome. It also includes examples of clinical programs developed in Spain to manage this condition.

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