Mechanical ventilation in patients with acute ischaemic stroke: from pathophysiology to clinical practice

Abstract Most patients with ischaemic stroke are managed on the ward or in specialty stroke units, but a significant number requires higher-acuity care and, consequently, admission to the intensive care unit. Mechanical ventilation is frequently performed in these patients due to swallowing dysfunct...

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Main Authors: Chiara Robba, Giulia Bonatti, Denise Battaglini, Patricia R. M. Rocco, Paolo Pelosi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-12-01
Series:Critical Care
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13054-019-2662-8