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Distal Sampling of CSF From External Ventricular Drains May Be a Reliable, Less Invasive Alternative To Proximal Sampling

Written By: Brendan Baugher, DO, MS; Alexander Lewis, DO

Sampling of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from external ventricular drains (EVDs) can be performed either proximally (directly from the...

Antibiotic Treatment for 7 versus 14 Days in Patients with Bloodstream Infections

Written By: Brendan Baugher, DO, MS; Alexander Lewis, DO

The optimal duration of antibiotic therapy for bloodstream infections remains uncertain. Prolonged courses of antibiotics may increase iatrogenic...

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President's Update - June 2026

Written By: David M. Greer, MD, MA, FCCM, FAHA, FNCS, FAAN, FANA

Welcome to June! It’s hard to believe we are already halfway through the year.

NCS Recognizes Neurocritical Care Leaders Approved for UCNS Committee Roles

Written By: NCS Staff

The Neurocritical Care Society (NCS) is pleased to recognize the neurocritical care leaders recently approved to serve in key roles with the...

Currents NEWS Editor Commentary: Interpretation and Practice Implications of CREST-2

Written By: Phoebe Johnson-Black, MD

CREST-2 comprises two parallel randomized trials comparing intensive medical management (IMM) alone versus IMM plus revascularization in patients...