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Inspiratory Muscle Training as an Adjunct to the Treatment of Weaning Failure in Critically Ill Patients: A Practical Guide
Published on: January 30, 2026
[Weaning from mechanical ventilation is an important part of the ventilation process]
Abstract:
Mechanical ventilation is an important part of intensive care. It requires intense observation and has several severe complications. Weaning from mechanical ventilation should be started as soon as possible and immediately after the cause of the pulmonary dysfunction has been treated. Weaning is a continuous process with the aim of shortening the period of mechanical ventilation, and the progress can be managed by personnel-driven or automatic protocols. In this article we describe factors that predict a successful endotracheal extubation.
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