Antonio M. Esquinas 
Noninvasive Mechanical Ventilation and Difficult Weaning in Critical Care [PDF ebook] 
Key Topics and Practical Approaches

This book establishes the indications for the use of NIV in the context of weaning from invasive mechanical ventilation. It provides a comprehensive overview of key topics relevant for correct practical application, including NIV and weaning principles, important aspects of patient care before and after weaning, and pediatric and neonatology weaning. Finally, the book summarizes international guidelines and new perspectives of NIV during weaning. With contributions by international experts in the field on noninvasive mechanical ventilation, the book will serve as a valuable guide for critical care physicians, respiratory physiotherapists, and pulmonologists.

Innehållsförteckning

Section A. NIV and weaning.- Section B. NIV and weaning methodology aspects.- Section C. Treatment of postextubation acute respiratory failure: clinical indications.- Section D. Prevention of postextubation failure.- Section E. NIV in difficult weaning.- Section F. Pediatric and neonatology weaning.- Section G. Influence on postextubation respiratory failure complications.- Section H. NIV weaning relations with organizational models (ICU).- Section I. Evidence for NIV weaning: guidelines and new perspectives.