Decreasing the Adverse Effects of Endotracheal Suctioning During Mechanical Ventilation by Changing Practice

Salvatore Maurizio Maggiore, François Lellouche, Claudia Pignataro, Emmanuelle Girou, Bernard Maître, Jean-Christophe M. Richard, François Lemaire, Christian Brun‐Buisson, Laurent Brochard

Respiratory Care · 2013 · 110 citations · 28 references

DOIFull text

Open access

Abstract

Endotracheal suctioning frequently induces adverse effects. Technique, suctioning frequency, and higher PEEP are risk factors for complications. Their incidence can be reduced by the implementation of suctioning guidelines.

References

28