Outcomes of Acute Stroke Patients Requiring Mechanical Ventilation: Study Protocol for the SPICE Multicenter Prospective Observational Study

ConclusionsThe SPICE multicenter study will investigate 1-year outcomes, ethical issues, as well as care pathways of acute stroke patients requiring invasive ventilation in the ICU. Gathered data will delineate human resources and facilities needs for adequate management. The identification of prognostic factors at the acute phase will help to identify patients who may benefit from prolonged intensive care and rehabilitation.Trial registration: NCT03335995.
Source: Neurocritical Care - Category: Neurology Source Type: research