The predictive value of diaphragm ultrasound for weaning outcomes in critically ill children.

ABSTRACT: INTRODUCTION:Multiple studies have shown that diaphragmatic ultrasound can better predict the outcome of weaning in adults. However, there are few studies focusing on children, leading to a lack of sufficient clinical evidence for the application of diaphragmatic ultrasound in children. The purpose of this study was to investigate the predictive value of diaphragm ultrasound for weaning outcomes in critically ill children. METHODS:The study included 50 cases whose mechanical ventilation (MV) time was > 48 h, and all eligibles were divided into either the weaning success group (n = 39) or the weaning failure group (n = 11). Diaphragm thickness, diaphragmatic excursion (DE), and diaphragmatic thickening fraction (DTF) were measured in the zone of apposition. The maximum inspiratory pressure

SUBMITTER: Xue Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6937936 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature