Validation of Neuromuscular Blocking Agent Use in ARDS

Validation of Neuromuscular Blocking Agent Use in ARDS

The use of Neuromuscular Blocking Agents (NMBA) could significantly decrease mortality in moderate-to-severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients and decrease the incidence of barotrauma during mechanical ventilation.... read more

Effects of Neuromuscular Blockers on Transpulmonary Pressures in Moderate to Severe ARDS

Effects of Neuromuscular Blockers on Transpulmonary Pressures in Moderate to Severe ARDS

Thirty patients were included, 24 with moderate ARDS and 6 with severe ARDS. NMBA infusion was associated with an improvement in oxygenation in both moderate and severe ARDS, accompanied by a decrease in both plateau pressure... read more