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Review
. 2016 Dec;37(4):753-763.
doi: 10.1016/j.ccm.2016.07.014. Epub 2016 Oct 14.

Long-Term Mechanical Ventilation

Sarina Sahetya  1 , Sarah Allgood  1 , Peter C Gay  2 , Noah Lechtzin  1
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Review

Long-Term Mechanical Ventilation

Sarina Sahetya et al. Clin Chest Med. 2016 Dec.

Abstract

Although precise numbers are difficult to obtain, the population of patients receiving long-term ventilation has increased over the last 20 years, and includes patients with chronic lung diseases, neuromuscular diseases, spinal cord injury, and children with complex disorders. This article reviews the equipment and logistics involved with ventilation outside of the hospital. Discussed are common locations for long-term ventilation, airway and secretion management, and many of the potential challenges faced by individuals on long-term ventilation.

Keywords: Home care; Long-term acute care; Neuromuscular disease; Tracheostomy.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosures: Authors have nothing to disclose.

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