Comparison of respiratory mechanics measurements in the volume cycled ventilation (VCV) and pressure controlled ventilation (PCV)

• Main Authors: Kelser de Souza Kock (Author), Beatriz Cardoso da Rosa (Author), Natiéle Martignago (Author), Cardine Reis (Author), Rosemeri Maurici (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Editora Champagnat.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Introduction Monitoring respiratory mechanics may provide important information for the intensivist, assisting in the early detection of pulmonary function changes of patients hospitalized in ICU. Objective: To compare measurements of respiratory mechanics in VCV and PCV modes, and correlat...