Journal of critical care
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J Crit Care
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Journal of critical care · Oct 2024
Observational StudyHigh PEEP/low FiO2 ventilation is associated with lower mortality in COVID-19.
The positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) strategy in patients with coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) remains debated. Most studies originate from the initial waves of the pandemic. Here we aimed to assess the impact of high PEEP/low FiO2 ventilation on outcomes during the second wave in the Netherlands. ⋯ High PEEP ventilation was associated with improved ICU survival in patients with COVID-ARDS.