Approaches to Ventilation in Intensive Care Medicine
A special issue of Medicina (ISSN 1648-9144). This special issue belongs to the section "Intensive Care/ Anesthesiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 August 2025 | Viewed by 125
Special Issue Editors
Interests: anesthesiology; intensive care
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, delving into the intricacies of mechanical ventilation in intensive care units (ICUs), offers a comprehensive exploration of the latest advancements, techniques, and challenges in this critical area of medicine.
Various types of manuscripts including research articles, expert reviews, and clinical practice guidelines aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and optimizing ventilatory support are welcome.
Key topics encompass the evolution of ventilatory strategies—from airway management, traditional volume control ventilation, advances in ventilation monitoring methods, to advanced modes such as closed-loop ventilation, airway pressure release ventilation (APRV) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).
The issue also addresses the physiological and pathological mechanisms underlying acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and other conditions necessitating mechanical ventilation, providing insights into personalized treatment approaches.
Prominent researchers and clinicians are invited to contribute their perspectives on weaning protocols, sedation practices, and the impact of mechanical ventilation on long-term patient recovery. Additionally, the issue examines the role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in predicting ventilatory needs and improving decision-making in ICU.
Overall, this special journal issue serves as a valuable resource for intensivists, pulmonologists, and other healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing the science and practice of mechanical ventilation in critically ill patients.
Dr. Jasminka Peršec
Guest Editor
Dr. Andrej Šribar
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- ICU
- mechanical ventilation
- machine learning
- ECMO
- sedation
- weaning
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