Incidence, microbiology, and clinical impact of ventilator-associated pneumonia in traumatic brain injury: a single-center retrospective study. | Synapse
This research aims to evaluate the incidence and clinical impact of ventilator-associated pneumonia in patients with traumatic brain injury.
Conducted a single-center retrospective study
Evaluated mechanically ventilated patients with TBI
Analyzed clinical outcomes related to VAP incidence
Ventilator-associated pneumonia is highly prevalent in mechanically ventilated TBI patients
VAP is linked to worse clinical outcomes
Findings highlight a need for effective prevention strategies
Abstract
VAP is highly prevalent in mechanically ventilated patients with TBI and is associated with adverse clinical outcomes, underscoring the importance of effective prevention strategies.