Fig 1.
Preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses statement flowchart.
Table 1.
Study characteristics.
Table 2.
Quality rating of studies reporting.
Fig 2.
Forest plot for prevalence of thirst sensation.
Table 3.
Risk factors for thirst in critically ill patients.
Table 4.
Assessment method and definition of thirst sensation included in the systematic review.
Table 5.
Symptom relief methods of thirst in critically ill patients.