Meta-Analysis of ICU Delirium Biomarkers and Their Alignment with the NIA-AA Research Framework

Activity Summary

Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes

30-80% of survivors of critical illness experience cognitive impairment, but the underlying mechanisms remain unknown. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis on whether ICU delirium biomarkers aligned with the National Institute on Aging-Alzheimer’s Association (NIA-AA) research framework for diagnostic biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias (ADRD). In pooled analysis, there was a significant association between ICU delirium and Aβ1-40 , IL-RA and IL-6. These findings point to potential overlapping mechanisms between delirium and ADRD.

Objectives

Describe the rationale for examining the overlap in biomarker profile of intensive care unit (ICU) delirium and dementia
Identify fluid biomarkers associated with ICU delirium and dementia
Identify areas for future biomarker research in the field of ICU delirium and post-ICU cognitive impairment

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Learners must attend/view/read the entire activity, read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes, and complete the associated evaluation to be awarded the contact hours or CERP. No partial credit will be awarded.

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