Muscle strength and endurance to predict successful extubation in mechanically ventilated patients: A pilot study evaluating the utility of upperlimb muscle strength and ergometry

Background. Successful extubation of mechanically ventilated patients is essential for the physiotherapist to succeed in respiratory rehabilitation of the patient. Delay in the weaning process increases the complication rate of mechanical ventilation. A variety of parameters are used as predictors o...

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Published in:	Southern African Journal of Critical Care
Main Authors:	C R De Beer, A Johanna Van Rooijen, J P Pretorius, P J Becker, P Rheeder, F Paruk
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	South African Medical Association 2018-11-01
Online Access:	http://www.sajcc.org.za/index.php/sajcc/article/download/363/306