International journal of infectious diseases : IJID : official publication of the International Society for Infectious Diseases
Preventing ventilator-associated pneumonia: A position paper of the International Society for Infectious Diseases, 2024 update
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Abstract
This review by a panel of experts convened by the International Society for Infectious Diseases aims to consolidate current recommendations for preventing ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP). It provides insights into VAP rates, the attributable extra length of stay, costs, mortality, and risk factors in high-income and low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).