Voices of Veranex | Jessica Amilcar: Preclinical 24/7 ICU Care

The Impact of 24/7 ICU Monitoring on Research Success

Discover how continuous care transforms study outcomes and can be a key differentiator for complex programs.

In the realm of veterinary research, the value of continuous 24/7 ICU monitoring cannot be overstated. Jessica Amilcar, Director of Preclinical Veterinary Research at Varenex, sheds light on how this practice enhances study integrity and outcomes.

Key Takeaways:

• The Shift from Reactive to Proactive Care: Enable early identification of adverse trends, ensuring greater physiological stability and reduce unexpected events that could compromise study results with continuous 24/7 ICU monitoring. Traditional studies cause reactionary care due to observations occurring at predetermined intervals, potentially allowing for undetected physiological deterioration.

• Key Parameters at Risk: Detection of early hypertension, chemodynamic instability, progressive hypoxemia, and circuit flow changes are common critical parameters Jessica points out that are often missed without dedicated ICU care. These factors can threaten both the scientific validity of studies and the confidence of regulatory entities in reviewing protocols.

• Advantages of Continuous Monitoring: Continuous monitoring generates cleaner, more interpretable data sets by minimizing preventable complications resulting benefits extending beyond immediate care to improve regulatory submission reviews and approval rates.

• Final Thoughts: The insights shared by Jessica Amilcar highlight the transformative potential of 24/7 ICU care in veterinary research. As the field continues to evolve, embracing proactive monitoring practices will be crucial for advancing study success and ensuring the highest quality of care.

For a deeper understanding, listen to the full episode where Jessica elaborates on these critical insights.