Phenylephrine in Septic Shock

While some studies suggest that phenylephrine may be associated with a lower heart rate compared to the commonly used medication norepinephrine, it remains unclear whether phenylephrine improves clinical outcomes such as mortality and length of hospital stay in patients with septic shock. These studies are limited by their retrospective design and small sample sizes. To better understand the potential benefits and risks of using phenylephrine in septic shock, larger randomized controlled trials are needed. This video provides insights into the current state of knowledge regarding phenylephrine use in septic shock and highlights the importance of ongoing research in this area.