Matters of the heart: clinical studies in paediatric cardiac intensive care

Abstract

In the area of paediatric cardiac intensive care many questions remain unanswered. The professionals taking care of these children should always aim to look for new insights, knowledge and scientific progress. Clinical studies, such as those presented in this thesis can sometimes

answer a question, but more often give direction for further research. And until we have sound scientific evidence, the paediatric (cardiac) intensivist will have to deliver postoperative care based on the available pathophysiological and pharmacological knowledge, their own clinical experience, sound judgment and common sense.

Be amazed. Wonder. Search. And most importantly, be critical of what you think you

know.