Are Spontaneous Peak Flow Rates Predictors of Weaning

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BAHAR İ., BALDANE S., ALTUNYURT G., COŞKUN R., GÜNDOĞAN K., GÜVEN M., ...More

Turkish Journal of Medical and Surgical Intensive Care, vol.6, pp.39-43, 2015 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)

• Publication Type: Article / Article
• Volume: 6
• Publication Date: 2015
• Doi Number: 10.5152/dcbybd.2015.911
• Journal Name: Turkish Journal of Medical and Surgical Intensive Care
• Page Numbers: pp.39-43
• Keywords: Spontaneous peak expiratory flow rate, spontaneous peak inspiratory flow rate, weaning, predictor, EXTUBATION, COUGH
• Open Archive Collection: AVESIS Open Access Collection
• Lokman Hekim University Affiliated: No

Abstract

Objective: Numerous parameters have been suggested for the prediction of weaning from mechanical ventilation; however, these parameters have limited success in the prediction of weaning outcome. This study aims to assess the success of peak flow rates [spontaneous peak inspiratory flow rate (SPIF) and spontaneous peak expiratory flow rate (SPEF)] that were measured during a spontaneous breathing trial (SBT) for the prediction of weaning outcome.