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Should anthropometric differences be considered when calculating the Rapid Shallow Breathing Index as a predictor of weaning outcomes in mechanically ventilated patients?

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Identifying the optimal time to extubate is critical, and predictive factors of extubation outcome may be useful for selecting patients ready for extubation, reducing the risk of reintubation, and improving their prognosis.() The Rapid Shallow Breathing Index (RSBI) was proposed by Yang et al. in 1991() and has since become the most widely used measure […]

Source: Critical Care Science

DOI: 10.62675/2965-2774.20250288

Authors: Antuani Rafael Baptistella, Diego de Carvalho, João Rogério Nunes

Institution: Universidade do Oeste de Santa Catarina

Language: English

Topic: Respiratory Support and Mechanisms

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4412975852