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September 10, 2025

Use of aerosol therapy in patients undergoing mechanical ventilation in the ICU

NTNathalia Agámez Tamara EPElisa de la Rosa Povea ACAdriana Margarita CadavidThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Key Points

Aerosol therapy significantly improves health status in patients undergoing mechanical ventilation, making it a valuable tool in ICU care.
Common medications for aerosol therapy include bronchodilators and beta-agonists, which aid in respiratory function.
Despite its benefits, careful patient-specific and medication considerations are crucial for effective application in critical care.
Aerosol therapy may be essential for patients with COVID-19, emphasizing the need for its careful implementation in this context.

Abstract

Aerosol therapy is a form of medication administration that favors a quick and easy absorption of them in the respiratory tract; thus favoring great advantages in improving the health status of patients who are undergoing mechanical ventilation in the ICU. The most commonly used medications are bronchodilators, beta-agonists and anticholinergics. The use of this therapy should be used more frequently in these patients, but factors specific to the individual and the medication should be considered for its application; its use in patients with COVID-19 should also be considered.

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