Ventilatory support in asthma.

Mechanical ventilation in acute asthma is associated with significant morbidity and mortality, and maximal medical therapy should prevent it being used inappropriately. We review current standards of medical therapy in acute asthma, the indications for mechanical ventilation and its management.

Detalles Bibliográficos
Main Authors: Finfer, SR, Garrard, C
Formato: Journal article
Idioma:English
Publicado: 1993
Descripción
Summary:Mechanical ventilation in acute asthma is associated with significant morbidity and mortality, and maximal medical therapy should prevent it being used inappropriately. We review current standards of medical therapy in acute asthma, the indications for mechanical ventilation and its management.