| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8938152 | British Journal of Anaesthesia | 2008 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
The changes in oxygenation can only be explained by an improvement in the lungs ventilation/perfusion ratio. The decelerating inspiratory flow used in PCV generates higher instantaneous flow peaks and may allow a better alveolar recruitment. PCV improves oxygenation without any side-effects.
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Authors
P. Cadi, T. Guenoun, D. Journois, J.-M. Chevallier, J.-L. Diehl, D. Safran,