Optimizing perioperative mechanical ventilation as a key quality improvement target - Critical Care Science (CCS)

BACKGROUND

The occurrence of postoperative pulmonary complications is strongly associated with increased hospital mortality and prolonged postoperative hospital stay.^(,) Postoperative pulmonary complications could, at least in part be prevented by using so-called lung protective mechanical ventilation strategies, which may include use of low tidal volume (V_T), positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) and low oxygen fractions (FiO₂).⁽⁾

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