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. 2026 Jan 1;54(1):218-223.
doi: 10.1097/CCM.0000000000006944. Epub 2026 Jan 6.

Sustainable Intensive Care: Do Not Forget IV to Oral Switch!

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Sustainable Intensive Care: Do Not Forget IV to Oral Switch!

Erwan d'Aranda et al. Crit Care Med. .
No abstract available

Keywords: ecodesign of care; intensive care unit; intravenous to oral switch; paracetamol; sustainable healthcare.

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Conflict of interest statement

Dr. Pons received funding from L’Institut Servier. The remaining authors have disclosed that they do not have any potential conflicts of interest.

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