[Effective correction of lung hyperinflation in pneumonia using positive end-expiratory pressure].

Aim: Study of PEEP effects on breathing biomechanics in patients with pneumonia.

Materials And Methods: In 37 patients with pneumonia breathing biomechanics was studied using Masterlab (Jaeger). PEEP (3-10 cm H2O) was employed during 20 min.

Results: Sputum expectoration, expiration and inspiration were improved, lung hyperventilation observed in pneumonia reduced after PEEP.

Conclusion: There is early expiration obstruction of the airways in pneumonia. PEEP removes this obstruction through control of lung hyperinflation. Thus, PEEP can be applied in the treatment of pneumonia.