Respiratory Complications and Weaning Considerations for Patients with Spinal Cord Injuries: A Narrative Review

Respiratory complications following traumatic spinal cord injury are common and are associated with high morbidity and mortality. The inability to cough and clear secretions coupled with weakened respiratory and abdominal muscles commonly leads to respiratory failure, pulmonary edema, and pneumonia....

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Main Authors: Kristopher A. Hendershot, Kristine H. O’Phelan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-12-01
Series:Journal of Personalized Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4426/13/1/97