The Role of Diaphragmatic Rapid Shallow Breathing Index and Maximum Inspiratory Pressure in Predicting Outcome of Weaning From Mechanical Ventilation

ConclusionD-RSBI is a new and promising tool that is superior to the traditional RSBI in predicting weaning outcome also MIP provides appreciated data with greater accuracy to assess inspiratory muscle strength and predicting weaning success in mechanically ventilated patients.Recommendations We could recommend the measurement of MIP and DRSBI as weaning predictors should be an integral part of evaluation of patients plan for weaning from MV. All intensivists should be acquitted with the use of U/S in the evaluation of diaphragmatic function.
Source: QJM - Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research