Do probiotics help prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia in critically ill patients? A systematic review with meta-analysis
Background Probiotic treatments might contribute to the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP). Due to its unclear clinical effects, here we intend to assess the preventive effect and safety of probiotics on intensive care unit (ICU) patients. Methods Eligible randomised controlled tria...
| Main Authors: | , , , , , |
|---|---|
| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
European Respiratory Society
2021-01-01
|
| Series: | ERJ Open Research |
| Online Access: | http://openres.ersjournals.com/content/7/1/00302-2020.full |