Long-distance transport of ventilated patients

Veldman, Alex; Diefenbach, Michael A.; Fischer, Doris; Benton, Alida; Bloch, Richard

doi:10.1016/j.amj.2003.12.009

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“…However, carrier policies regarding CPAP or BiPAP use are variable; a recent case series of patient practices showed that 0% of CPAP users used their machine on an overnight flight (despite 50% of them sleeping during the flight). 24,25 Ventilator-dependent patients are at significant risk of decompensation during flight 26 and require a medical escort. Advance arrangements with the flight carrier should be made, and consideration should be given (when possible) to the use of other forms of transportation.…”

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confidence: 99%