Abstract:Background: Mechanical Hyperinflation Maneuver (MHM) is a technique known for optimizing bronchial hygiene and respiratory mechanics, however its effects on intracranial pressure are not known. Methods: 48 patients aged ≥ 18 years, with clinical diagnosis of acute stroke, confirmed by neuroimaging examination, with onset of symptoms within 72 hours, under mechanical ventilation through tracheal tube, will participate in this study. Participants will be randomly allocated into 2 groups: Experimental Group (n=24… Show more
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