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A Prophylactic Approach to Ventilator Complications in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: The Role of Early Percutaneous Dilatational Tracheostomy

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is a severe condition that often necessitates prolonged mechanical ventilation, which carries a high risk of complications and increased mortality. This case report describes the successful application of an early percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy (PDT) in a 61-year-old male with severe ARDS due to community-acquired pneumonia (CAP)-induced sepsis and type I respiratory failure. This case suggests that early PDT is a safe and effective way to reduce the risks of prolonged mechanical ventilation in severe ARDS patients, leading to a better recovery and shorter ICU stay.

Source: Journal of the Oman Medical Association

DOI: 10.3390/joma3010001

Authors: Muthiara Adlin Azzahra, Artha Wahyu Wardana, Indiane Putri Ningtias, Mochamad Renaldi

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: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7117313610

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