Positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP) in the operative theatre: What's next?

Indications and Physiologic Considerations Positive End-Expiratory Pressure (PEEP);

Chest Harvey J. Sugerman, Robert M. Rogers and Leonard D. Miller Indications and Physiologic Considerations Positive End-Expiratory Pressure (PEEP); http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/62/5_Supplement/86S can be found online on the World Wide Web at: The online version of this article, along with updated information and services ) ISSN:0012-3692 http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/site/misc...

A proximal system for positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).

A proximal positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) system was constructed by the simple addition of a venturi T-piece proximal to the exhalation limb of a breathing circuit. The level of PEEP or CPAP was determined by the amount of flow powering the venturi. This system can provide positive pressure in excess of 40 cm H2O without the need for check...

Positive end-expiratory pressure.

PURPOSE OF REVIEW In the last 2 years, several reports have dealt with recruitment/positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) selection. Most of them confirm previous results and few add new information. RECENT FINDINGS It has been definitely confirmed that opening pressures are different throughout the acute respiratory distress syndrome lung parenchyma, ranging from 5-10 up to 30-40 cmH2O. The...

Does the Use of Positive End Expiratory Pressure (PEEP) During Surgery Decrease Respiratory Complications Twenty-Four Hours Post Operative?

General anesthesia can lead to pulmonary compromise during surgery. Nurse anesthetists in the operating room are responsible for minimizing pulmonary complications while managing ventilation through mechanical ventilation. Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) can be used to improve oxygenation, prevent airway collapse and facilitate expansion of alveoli during each breath. Yet the use of PEE...

Management of bronchopleural fistula complicating therapy with positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP).