Editorial
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World J Clin Cases. Jun 26, 2024; 12(18): 3288-3290
Published online Jun 26, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i18.3288
Unveiling significant risk factors for intensive care unit-acquired weakness: Advancing preventive care
Chun-Yao Cheng, Wen-Rui Hao, Tzu-Hurng Cheng
Chun-Yao Cheng, Department of Medical Education, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei 100225, Taiwan
Wen-Rui Hao, Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, Shuang Ho Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei 23561, Taiwan
Wen-Rui Hao, Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11002, Taiwan
Tzu-Hurng Cheng, Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung 404333, Taiwan
Co-first authors: Chun-Yao Cheng and Wen-Rui Hao.
Author contributions: Cheng CY wrote the paper; Hao WR and Cheng TH revised the paper. All authors have read and approved the final manuscript. Cheng CY and Hao WR contributed equally to this work as co-first authors.
Supported by China Medical University, No. CMU111-MF-102.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors declare having no conflicts of interest.
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Corresponding author: Tzu-Hurng Cheng, PhD, Professor, Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, China Medical University, No. 91 Xueshi Road, North District, Taichung 404333, Taiwan. thcheng@mail.cmu.edu.tw
Received: February 24, 2024
Revised: April 23, 2024
Accepted: April 25, 2024
Published online: June 26, 2024
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Abstract

In this editorial, we discuss an article titled, “Significant risk factors for intensive care unit-acquired weakness: A processing strategy based on repeated machine learning,” published in a recent issue of the World Journal of Clinical Cases. Intensive care unit-acquired weakness (ICU-AW) is a debilitating condition that affects critically ill patients, with significant implications for patient outcomes and their quality of life. This study explored the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to predict ICU-AW occurrence and identify key risk factors. Data from a cohort of 1063 adult intensive care unit (ICU) patients were analyzed, with a particular emphasis on variables such as duration of ICU stay, duration of mechanical ventilation, doses of sedatives and vasopressors, and underlying comorbidities. A multilayer perceptron neural network model was developed, which exhibited a remarkable impressive prediction accuracy of 86.2% on the training set and 85.5% on the test set. The study highlights the importance of early prediction and intervention in mitigating ICU-AW risk and improving patient outcomes.

Keywords: Intensive care unit-acquired weakness; Artificial intelligence; Machine learning; Neural network; Risk factors; Prediction; Critical care

Core Tip: This editorial comment on the published article related to the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in predicting and mitigating intensive care unit-acquired weakness (ICU-AW) in critically ill patients. By identifying key risk factors and developing a predictive model, clinicians can optimize patient care and improve outcomes. Early prediction and intervention based on AI-driven insights may lead to more personalized and effective strategies for preventing ICU-AW.