The Effect of Early Intervention on the Incidence of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder After Intensive Care Hospitalization Due to Sepsis

In recent years, the survival rate among intensive care patients has improved due to advancements in diagnosing severe infections and the use of broad-spectrum antibiotics. However, many survivors face long-term complications, known as Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS), including physical, cognitive, and psychological impairments such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression. Approximately 9-27% of ICU survivors develop these symptoms, particularly those hospitalized due to sepsis. Common risk factors include traumatic hospital experiences, delirium, and extended mechanical ventilation. Despite the prevalence of these issues, most medical centers lack structured models for screening and early intervention, highlighting the need for evaluations of early intervention strategies to support at-risk patients post-discharge and improve their quality of life.

Inclusion Criteria: * Discharged from ICU due to sepsis * Age over 18 years old Exclusion Criteria: * Age under 18 years old * Lack of consent * Dementia/ mental retardation or any other condition due to which the patient cannot fill the questionnaires or participate in the psychiatric interview. * A cute psychosis or other psychiatric condition nesiccating psychiatric treatment.