Abstract:IntroductionThe speckle tracking ultrasound is an innovative technology enabling distinct assessment of diaphragmatic movement yet the relative data are scarce. In this pilot study, we sought to evaluate the predictive value for the weaning outcome of automatic speckle tracking in assessing diaphragm movement.MethodsThis prospective, multi-center, observational study. A total of 160 critically ill subjects underwent speckle tracking ultrasonography of the right/left hemidiaphragm before the spontaneous breathi… Show more
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