Ultrasound-Guided Pleural Effusion Drainage: Effect on Oxygenation, Respiratory Mechanics, and Liberation from Mechanical Ventilation in Surgical Intensive Care Unit Patients

The question as to whether an aggressive management of post-operative pleural effusion may improve clinical outcomes after major surgery remains unanswered. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of ultrasound-guided pleural effusion drainage on oxygenation, respiratory mechanics, and l...

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Main Authors: Hsin-Yueh Fang, Ko-Wei Chang, Yin-Kai Chao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-10-01
Series:Diagnostics
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/11/11/2000