The use of mechanical insufflation-exsufflation in invasively ventilated critically ill adults: a scoping review protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Critically ill patients receiving invasive ventilation are at risk of sputum retention. Mechanical insufflation-exsufflation (MI-E) is a technique used to mobilise sputum and optimise airway clearance. Recently, interest has increased in the use of mechanical insufflation-exsufflation for invasively ventilated critically ill adults, but evidence for the feasibility, safety and efficacy of this treatment is sparse. The aim of this scoping review is to map current and emerging evidence on the feasibility, safety and efficacy of MI-E for invasively ventilated adult patients with the aim of highlighting knowledge gaps and identifying areas for future research. Specific research questions aim to identify information informing indications and contraindications to the use of MI

SUBMITTER: Swingwood E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7724723 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature