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1: Crit Care. 2004 Apr;8(2):101-2. Epub 2004 Feb 19.Click here to read Click here to read Links
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Crit Care. 2004 Apr;8(2):R72-81.

Partitioning the work-sparing effects of partial ventilatory support in airflow obstruction.

Marini JJ.

University of Minnesota, USA. john.j.marini@healthpartners.com

Sweeping conclusions regarding the utility or nonutility of elevating expiratory pressure are not warranted. The effects of manipulating airway pressure in the setting of airflow obstruction depend heavily on the nature and severity of disease, as well as on the presence of airflow limitation during tidal breathing.

PMID: 15025768 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

PMCID: PMC420041