Protocolised non-invasive compared with invasive weaning from mechanical ventilation for adults in intensive care: the Breathe RCT
Background: Invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) is a life-saving intervention. Following resolution of the condition that necessitated IMV, a spontaneous breathing trial (SBT) is used to determine patient readiness for IMV discontinuation. In patients who fail one or more SBTs, there is uncertaint...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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NIHR Journals Library
2019-09-01
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Series: | Health Technology Assessment |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.3310/hta23480 |