Modes of mechanical ventilation
Modes of Mechanical Ventilation
Modes of Mechanical Ventilation (pronunciation: /ˈmoʊdz ɒv mɪˈkænɪkəl ˌvɛntɪˈleɪʃən/) refers to the various ways in which mechanical ventilation can be delivered to a patient. Mechanical ventilation is a method to mechanically assist or replace spontaneous breathing.
Etymology
The term "mechanical ventilation" is derived from the Greek word "mechanikos" meaning "of or pertaining to machines" and the Latin word "ventilatio" meaning "a blowing".
Types of Mechanical Ventilation
There are several types of mechanical ventilation, each with its own indications, advantages, and disadvantages. These include:
- Volume-controlled ventilation (VCV)
- Pressure-controlled ventilation (PCV)
- Dual-controlled ventilation (DCV)
- Pressure support ventilation (PSV)
- Proportional assist ventilation (PAV)
- High-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV)
- Airway pressure release ventilation (APRV)
Related Terms
- Respiratory therapy
- Intensive care medicine
- Pulmonology
- Respiratory failure
- Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Modes of mechanical ventilation
- Wikipedia's article - Modes of mechanical ventilation
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