The role of Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) and focused echocardiography in optimization of non-invasive mechanical ventilation: from diaphragmatic functionality to hemodynamic monitoring

This case shows the use of ultrasound guidance to optimize non-invasive mechanical ventilation for a 62-year-old patient with a complex medical history. Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) was used to assess diaphragmatic function and hemodynamics, leading to adjustments in ventilator setting. The appr...

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Main Authors: Mauro Pavone, Giuseppina Biondi, Claudio Matruzzo, Federico Rapisarda, Leda Claudia D’Amico, Raimondo Gullo, Maira Cristina Circo, Sebastiano Emanuele Torrisi, SIlvia Puglisi, Daniele Lombardo, Maria Teresa Bellanti, Domenico Compagnone, Rosario Lamberto Oliveri
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Society of Mechanical Ventilation 2023-12-01
Series:Journal of Mechanical Ventilation
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Online Access:https://www.journalmechanicalventilation.com/the-role-of-point-of-care-ultrasound-pocus-and-focused-echocardiography-in-optimization-of-non-invasive-mechanical-ventilation-from-diaphragmatic-functionality-to-hemodynamic-monitoring/