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Evidence-Based Practice of Weaning from Ventilator: A Review

Saikat Sengupta1†, Chandrashish Chakravarty2, A. Rudra3

1Professor, Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kolkata, India
2Consultant, Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kolkata, India
3Emeritus Professor, KPC Medical College & Hospitals, Kolkata, India

Edited by: Dr. Niraj Niranjan, Consultant Anaesthetist, University Hospital North Durham, UK

†Corresponding author e-mail: saikatsg@gmail.com

Published 6 February 2018

Abstract

Liberation from mechanical ventilation and the artificial airway support in the intensive care unit is difficult and challenging. Success hinges on the perfect blend of art and science. An algorithmic evidence based approach along with a very strong clinical acumen is possibly the best recipe for success. This tutorial attempts to summarise the currently accepted guidelines in this area.

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