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22 articles
The Shock That Didn’t Behave Like Sepsis: Recognizing Cardiac Tamponade at the Bedside.
Explore how persistent hypotension, raised JVP and bedside echocardiography can help identify cardiac tamponade and obstructive shock in critically ill patients.
7 min · Updated 9 Oct 2026
From H1N1 Pneumonia to Septic Shock and Ventilatory Failure — Part 1
A critical care case of severe H1N1 pneumonia progressing to septic shock and ventilatory failure, with significant respiratory and cardiac complications requiring integrated clinical reassessment.
5 min · Updated 8 Oct 2026
Potassium 1.9 and pH 7.59: Critical Hypokalemia and Metabolic Alkalosis in Septic Shock — Part 3
A critical-care case examining severe hypokalemia, hypocalcemia and marked metabolic alkalosis during ongoing treatment for H1N1-associated septic shock and respiratory failure.
7 min · Updated 8 Oct 2026
Ventricular Tachycardia on the Day of Intubation in H1N1 Septic Shock — Part 2
A real critical-care case documenting ventricular tachycardia, DC shock, CPR and post-resuscitation management during severe H1N1-associated septic shock and respiratory failure.
6 min · Updated 8 Oct 2026
Diwali: Celebrate the Festival of Lights by Embracing Health and Happiness.
Celebrate Diwali with health and happiness. Explore the connection between festive food, heart health, air quality, mental well-being and preventive healthcare.
7 min · Updated 7 Nov 2026
Dhanteras Health Tips: Invest in Your Health.
Celebrate Dhanteras by investing in your health. Explore heart health, balanced nutrition, physical activity and preventive healthcare tips.
3 min · Updated 6 Nov 2026
Integrated Multiorgan Dysfunction, Terminal Clinical Course and Outcome. — Part 8
Explore the final clinical course and outcome of a patient with MDR E. coli urosepsis and progressive multiorgan dysfunction, with key critical care insights.
6 min · Updated 4 Nov 2026
. Multifactorial Encephalopathy & Hyperammonemia in Critical Illness.— Part 6
Explore multifactorial encephalopathy in critical illness, including ammonia trends, MRI, EEG findings and documented management in a complex sepsis case.
5 min · Updated 30 Oct 2026
Heart failure
Heart failure is a long-term condition in which the heart cannot pump blood around the body as effectively as it should. This does not mean that the heart has stopped working. Instead, the heart may be too weak to pump enough blood, too stiff to fill properly, or both. Because the heart cannot meet the body's needs efficiently, fluid can build up in the lungs, legs, ankles and other parts of the body. This can lead to symptoms such as breathlessness, tiredness and swelling of the legs. Heart failure can develop gradually or sometimes appear suddenly. It can affect people of different ages, although it is more common in older adults. Heart failure is usually a long-term condition, but appropriate treatment, regular medical follow-up and lifestyle changes can help control symptoms, improve quality of life and reduce the risk of hospitalisation.
6 min · Updated 3 Oct 2026
Heart attack
A heart attack, medically called a myocardial infarction (MI), happens when blood flow to part of the heart muscle becomes severely reduced or blocked. Without enough blood and oxygen, the affected heart muscle begins to become damaged. A heart attack is a medical emergency. Fast treatment can restore blood flow, limit heart-muscle damage and improve the chances of recovery. The most commonly recognised symptom is chest discomfort, which may feel like pressure, squeezing, tightness, heaviness or aching. However, a heart attack does not always look the same in every person. Some people may mainly experience breathlessness, nausea, sweating, unusual tiredness, dizziness or discomfort in the arm, back, neck or jaw. Never wait for symptoms to become severe before seeking help.
4 min · Updated 3 Oct 2026
Candiduria, Coagulopathy and GI Bleeding in Sepsis . — Part 5
Explore a critical-care case of MDR E. coli urosepsis complicated by Candida albicans candiduria, severe thrombocytopenia, coagulation abnormalities and gastrointestinal bleeding.
5 min · Updated 29 Oct 2026
Atrial Fibrillation & Hypokalemia in Critical Illness . — Part 4
Explore a de-identified critical-care case involving atrial fibrillation, recurrent hypokalemia and neurological deterioration during MDR E. coli urosepsis.
8 min · Updated 28 Oct 2026
Type II Respiratory Failure in Critical Care. — Part 3
Explore a critical care case involving type II respiratory failure, pulmonary opacities, pleural effusions and non-invasive ventilation.
7 min · Updated 24 Oct 2026
MDR E. coli Infection and Acute Kidney Injury on CKD. — Part 2
Explore a critical care case involving MDR E. coli isolation, acute kidney injury on chronic kidney disease, fluid overload and hemodialysis.
6 min · Updated 21 Oct 2026
Diabetes (Sugar Problem)
Diabetes, commonly called “sugar problem” or “sugar disease,” is a long-term health condition in which the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood becomes too high. Glucose is an important source of energy for the body. A hormone called insulin helps glucose move from the blood into the body's cells, where it can be used for energy. Diabetes develops when the body does not produce enough insulin, does not use insulin effectively, or both. When blood sugar remains high for a long time, it can gradually damage blood vessels and nerves and affect important organs such as the heart, kidneys, eyes and feet. Diabetes does not always cause obvious symptoms. In particular, type 2 diabetes may develop slowly and remain unnoticed for years. This is why early testing and regular health check-ups are important, especially for people with risk factors. The good news is that diabetes can often be effectively managed, and many complications can be prevented or delayed through appropriate treatment, healthy lifestyle habits, regular monitoring and medical follow-up.
10 min · Updated 2 Oct 2026
Severe Hypercapnic Respiratory Failure & Near-Arrest . — Part 7
Explore recurrent hypercapnic respiratory failure, profound acidemia, near-arrest and hemodynamic instability in a complex critical care case.
5 min · Updated 2 Nov 2026
Severe Hypertension and Chest Discomfort. PART -1
Explore the initial critical care assessment of an elderly patient with severe hypertension, chest discomfort, coronary artery disease and chronic kidney disease.
4 min · Updated 18 Oct 2026
Septic Shock, Severe Lactic Acidosis, and Multiorgan Failure. — Part 3
Learn about septic shock management, severe lactic acidosis, multiorgan failure, and refractory hypoxemia in critical care. Explore acute kidney injury, sepsis-associated thrombocytopenia, severe metabolic acidosis, and VV-ECMO consideration in severe ARDS and septic shock.
6 min · Updated 15 Oct 2026
Severe ARDS: Invasive Mechanical Ventilation and Refractory Hypoxemia. — Part 2
Learn about severe ARDS management, lung-protective mechanical ventilation, tidal volume, PEEP settings, and refractory hypoxemia. Explore the clinical challenges of NIV failure, invasive ventilation, and VV-ECMO consideration in severe acute respiratory distress syndrome.
5 min · Updated 14 Oct 2026
Severe Infective Pneumonitis and the Limits of Non-Invasive Ventilation — Part 1
Explore a critical care case of severe infective pneumonitis and acute hypoxemic respiratory failure, highlighting profound hypoxemia, non-invasive ventilation (NIV) failure, clinical deterioration, and the decision to escalate to invasive mechanical ventilation.
6 min · Updated 12 Oct 2026
The Story of Prescription: Why Understanding Your Treatment Matters
PulseCare aims to simplify the patient journey by making prescriptions, lab reports, and treatment plans easier to understand. In this discussion with Dr. Rohit Tiwari, explore why better healthcare starts with clear communication, appropriate treatment, and helping patients understand what happens beyond a doctor's consultation.
9 min · Updated 11 Oct 2026
Healthy Navratri Fasting Tips: Stay Hydrated, Energized and Well.
Discover healthy Navratri fasting tips, balanced vrat foods, hydration advice and practical ways to maintain energy and well-being while celebrating safely.
5 min · Updated 10 Oct 2026
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