Status Asthmaticus in the Pediatric ICU: A Comprehensive Review of Management and Challenges

Abstract

This narrative review addresses the significant burden of pediatric status asthmaticus, which comprises almost 20% of admissions to pediatric intensive care units (PICUs). It highlights the diverse modalities employed in the PICU for managing this life-threatening condition, and thoroughly discusses the literature in support of or against these treatment modalities.

Keywords

• asthma
• status asthmaticus
• PICU asthma
• management of asthma