ISSN:
1573-2614
Keywords:
anaesthesia
;
acute respiratory failure
;
differential ventilation
;
perfusion
;
PEEP
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Computer Science
,
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract Hypoxaemia in association with acute respiratory failure continues to be a severe problem in some intensive care patients. Among strategies proposed, we want to focus attention on differential ventilation with selective PEEP, administered in the lateral position. This ventilation technique has proved successful in the treatment of refractory hypoxaemia due to severe bilateral lung disease. The rationale of this concept is briefly presented in this paper, where the main emphasis is laid on the practical aspects of its clinical application. Two case reports are included as examples of our experiences.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01726656