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  • Title: [Principles and function of mechanical ventilation: classification and modes of ventilators].
    Author: Kelbel C, Huntemann M, Lorenz J.
    Journal: Pneumologie; 2006 Apr; 60(4):248-57. PubMed ID: 16586206.
    Abstract:
    A spectrum of diseases is associated with the necessity for partial or total support of pulmonary ventilation. The insight into the function of ventilators and their modes reduces the spectrum of ventilatory support to a few basic principles. The knowledge enables the pulmonary intensivist to adapt mechanical ventilation to the individual patient's needs. This overview describes the technical aspects of mechanical ventilation and summarizes the variety of specific modes implied.
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