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