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Predicting Fluid Responsiveness in Mechanically Ventilated Adults: An Umbrella Review of Diagnostic Accuracy Meta-Analyses.
Anesthesia and analgesia·July 15, 2026·PMID 42461688
Why it mattersSelecting the most accurate predictor of fluid responsiveness can prevent unnecessary fluid loading and its associated harms in critically ill patients. This synthesis clarifies the hierarchy of available bedside tools, guiding clinicians toward TVC and EEOT as preferred methods when applicable.

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