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Oct 29, 2025

5 min

What are the long term effects of ICU-AW?

Affecting a significant percentage of intensive care unit (ICU) survivors, ICU-Acquired Weakness (ICU-AW) is a common, serious complication of critical illness. This condition is one of the primary physical components of Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) and has far-reaching consequences. This article will explore in detail what are the long term effects of ICU-AW.

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Oct 29, 2025

4 min

What are the risk factors for ICU-AW?

Intensive Care Unit-Acquired Weakness (ICU-AW) affects a significant portion of critically ill patients, with some studies reporting incidence rates of over 40%. ICU-AW is a severe neuromuscular complication that can lead to prolonged disability and a higher mortality rate if not properly managed. Understanding **what are the risk factors for ICU-AW** is the first step toward prevention and targeted rehabilitation.

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