Mechanical Ventilation (Paperback)

The European approach to mechanical ventilation is shown in this book by most of the important research groups on the European continent. All the modalities that are presently used are discussed. For each of these modes the rationale, indications, complications and results are indicated. Throughout the book the accent is on practical information. Several new aspects of this major technique are discussed: how to ventilate patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome, weaning strategy and the causes of weaning failure, and ventilation in thoracic surgery. The authors provide very clear and simple guidelines for many of the difficulties encountered in the management of critically ill patients.