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Intrathoracic Pressure Regulation for the Treatment of Hypotension
Intrathoracic pressure regulation therapy is based upon the physiological principles of the inspiratory impedance threshold device which was developed to increase the return of venous blood back to the heart f...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
Cardiac Dysfunction in Septic Shock
Clinically, we observe septic shock as increased capillary permeability, hypovolemia, decreased cardiac output, tachycardia, and hypotension. Sepsis-related systolic and diastolic dysfunction are often charact...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
Dynamic Lung Imaging Techniques in Mechanically Ventilated Patients
Endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation are required for the majority of critically ill patients in tertiary care intensive care units (ICUs) [1]. During mechanical ventilation, patients often have imb...