Nosocomial Pneumonia in the Mechanically Ventilated Patient.
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DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1749448
Abstract: Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a common complication occurring in critically ill patients who are mechanically ventilated and is the leading cause of nosocomial infection-related death. Etiologic agents for VAP widely differ based on the population… read more here.
Keywords: nosocomial pneumonia; pneumonia; mechanically ventilated; therapy ... See more keywords
The role of mucoactive agents in the mechanically ventilated patient: a review of the literature
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DOI: 10.1080/17476348.2017.1359090
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction: The management of airway secretions in the mechanically ventilated patient is a routine task throughout all intensive care units. The current treatment strategies are primarily based on anecdotal experiences rather than statistical evidence.… read more here.
Keywords: mechanically ventilated; role mucoactive; review; mucoactive agents ... See more keywords