Hemodynamic management of cardiogenic shock in the intensive care unit

J Heart Lung Transplant. 2024 Jul;43(7):1059-1073. doi: 10.1016/j.healun.2024.03.009. Epub 2024 Mar 20.

Abstract

Hemodynamic derangements are defining features of cardiogenic shock. Randomized clinical trials have examined the efficacy of various therapeutic interventions, from percutaneous coronary intervention to inotropes and mechanical circulatory support (MCS). However, hemodynamic management in cardiogenic shock has not been well-studied. This State-of-the-Art review will provide a framework for hemodynamic management in cardiogenic shock, including a description of the 4 therapeutic phases from initial 'Rescue' to 'Optimization', 'Stabilization' and 'de-Escalation or Exit therapy' (R-O-S-E), phenotyping and phenotype-guided tailoring of pharmacological and MCS support, to achieve hemodynamic and therapeutic goals. Finally, the premises that form the basis for clinical management and the hypotheses for randomized controlled trials will be discussed, with a view to the future direction of cardiogenic shock.

Keywords: cardiogenic shock; heart transplantation; hemodynamics; inotropes; left ventricular assist devices; mechanical circulatory support.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Heart-Assist Devices
  • Hemodynamics* / physiology
  • Humans
  • Intensive Care Units*
  • Shock, Cardiogenic* / physiopathology
  • Shock, Cardiogenic* / therapy