Definition, risk factors, and outcome analysis of prolonged mechanical ventilation in children.
Ruonan ChenYanling LiuHongxing DangPublished in: Pediatric pulmonology (2024)
In children, MV for ≥13 days significantly increases mortality rates, extubation failure and tracheotomy rates, duration of PICU and total hospital stay and costs. We suggest defining PMV as MV ≥13 days, particularly for children undergoing MV for respiratory illnesses. This definition can assist clinicians in developing appropriate treatment strategies by focusing on risk factors and providing reliable prognostic consultation to patients' families.
Keyphrases
- risk factors
- mechanical ventilation
- young adults
- end stage renal disease
- acute respiratory distress syndrome
- palliative care
- ejection fraction
- intensive care unit
- healthcare
- chronic kidney disease
- emergency department
- type diabetes
- cardiovascular disease
- cardiovascular events
- peritoneal dialysis
- respiratory failure
- cardiac surgery
- coronary artery disease
- acute care
- patient reported