The study revealed that the utilization of non-ICU sophisticated ventilators was linked to a higher mortality rate when compared to standard ICU ventilators in COVID-19 patients with ARDS. However, given the shortage and limited availability of critical care equipment in ICUs during the COVID-19 pandemic, there is an inevitable need for transport ventilators in critical situations.

To maximize the benefits of these ventilators, certain measures should be implemented, with the key factor being a trained professional operator. These measures encompass proper training, adherence to evidence-based guidelines, regular monitoring, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

By adequately training professional operators, optimizing the utilization of ventilators, and implementing appropriate ventilation strategies, healthcare systems can provide optimal care during times of high demand.

Nonetheless, it is important to emphasize that further multicenter studies are necessary to accurately determine the impact of different types of ventilators on the outcomes of critically ill patients.

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