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PEEP application during mechanical ventilation contributes to fibrosis in the diaphragm
Background Positive end-expiratory airway pressure (PEEP) is a potent component of management for patients receiving mechanical ventilation (MV). However, PEEP may cause the development of diaphragm remodeling, making it difficult for patients to be ...
Xiaoli Qian +9 more
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A tracheostomy shared decision-making program in respiratory care center patients in Taiwan
Abstract Background: We applied tracheostomy shared decision-making program for respiratory care center prolonged mechanical ventilation patients. The purpose of this study is to help patients and family members to have an understanding of both the methods of tracheostomy and endotracheal tube.
Chienhsiu Huang, Ihung Chen
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The Impact of Different Nursing Skill Mix Models on Patient Outcomes in a Respiratory Care Center [PDF]
ABSTRACTBackground: Many hospitals have reformed hospital policies and changed nursing models to cope with shortages in nursing staff and control medical costs. However, the nursing skill mix model that most successfully achieves both cost effectiveness and quality care has yet to be determined.Aim: The aim of this study was to explore the impact of ...
Yang, Pei-Hsuan +4 more
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Background The Hem-O-Lok clip is frequently used as a surgical consumable for the occlusion of blood vessels and bronchi during Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS).
Beibei Meng +10 more
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Case Report: Recurrence of Positive SARS-CoV-2 Results in Patients Recovered From COVID-19
Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is spreading throughout the world. Limited data are available for recurrence of positive severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) results in patients with long duration of COVID-19 ...
Ren-zi Zhang +11 more
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Nusinersen in spinal muscular atrophy: Respiratory outcomes at tertiary care centers
Objectives: The objective of the study wasto describe the effect of nusinersen therapy and its 1st-year associated outcomes, weaning of ventilator support, and length of stay in pediatric intensive care among ventilator-dependent spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) patients.
Fahad Alsohime +12 more
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Bronchoscopy and Pathology Findings in an Unusual Case of Allergic Bronchopulmonary Mycosis
. The diagnosis of allergic bronchopulmonary mycosis (ABPM) is usually made on clinical, serologic, and roentgenographic findings. However, the indicators in such diagnostic criteria still lack specificity, which results in a high rate of misdiagnosis. A
Yongqun Li +4 more
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In March 2020, nonpharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) including face coverings and social distancing were adopted to curb the spread of SARS-CoV-2. Over the course of the pandemic, adherence to these NPIs has varied and eventually became optional in most non healthcare settings.
Clark, Brenden +3 more
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Introduction Ventilator‐associated pneumonia (VAP) is associated with poor patient outcomes. Early identification of high‐risk patients remains a major clinical challenge.
Jia Zhang +11 more
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This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of combining immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) and anti-angiogenic agents in treating lung cancer patients with bone metastases (BMs), as it is unclear whether this combination is effective for this condition ...
Xiaohong Xie +11 more
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