Publications by authors named "Rafael Guichou"
Article Synopsis
- A novel ultrasound device (CUSdi) was tested in 49 mechanically ventilated patients to monitor diaphragm function, specifically measuring diaphragm excursion (EXdi) and contraction velocity (PCVdi).
- The results showed a strong correlation between measurements from CUSdi and standard ultrasound, indicating it can reliably assess diaphragm strength.
- The study found that an EXdi of less than 1.1 cm significantly predicts weaning failure, providing a critical cut-off value for clinicians to use during patient evaluations.
