Journal of critical care
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Journal of critical care · Mar 2008
Meta AnalysisEfficacy of prone ventilation in adult patients with acute respiratory failure: a meta-analysis.
The use of prone ventilation in acute respiratory failure has been investigated by several randomized controlled trials in the recent past. To date, there has been no systematic review or meta-analysis of these trials. ⋯ The use of prone ventilation is associated with improved oxygenation. It is not associated with a reduction in mortality, pneumonia, or ICU stay and may be associated with an increased incidence of pressure sores.