Factors associated with non-invasive mechanical ventilation failure in patients with hematological neoplasia and their association with outcomes

ConclusionThe implementation of a NIMV protocol is feasible in patients with hematological neoplasia admitted to the ICU, even though its benefits still remain to be demonstrated. NIMV failure was associated with higher SOFA and RR and more frequent sepsis, and it was also related to poor prognosis.
Source: Journal of Intensive Care - Category: Intensive Care Source Type: research