Automatic detection of AutoPEEP during controlled mechanical ventilation

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Dynamic hyperinflation, hereafter called AutoPEEP (auto-positive end expiratory pressure) with some slight language abuse, is a frequent deleterious phenomenon in patients undergoing mechanical ventilation. Although not readily quant...

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Main Authors: Nguyen Quang-Thang, Pastor Dominique, L’Her Erwan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-06-01
Series:BioMedical Engineering OnLine
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Online Access:http://www.biomedical-engineering-online.com/content/11/32