Effect of positioning and expiratory rib-cage compression on atelectasis in a patient who required prolonged mechanical ventilation: a case report
Abstract Background Pulmonary complications can be caused by intraoperative mechanical ventilation. In particular, prolonged mechanical ventilation is associated with a high mortality rate, a risk of pulmonary complications, prolonged hospitalization, and an unfavorable discharge destination. Pre- a...
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| Formato: | Artículo |
| Lenguaje: | English |
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BMC
2022-06-01
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| Colección: | Journal of Medical Case Reports |
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| Acceso en línea: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-022-03389-5 |