Power, Duration, and Compliance: Reframing Risk of Ventilatory-Induced Lung Injury With the Risk-Adjusted Mechanical-Power Score

Key Points

• This research aims to redefine lung injury risk in ventilated patients by integrating mechanical power parameters.
• Analyzed the interaction between power intensity, duration, and respiratory compliance.
• Developed a risk-adjusted mechanical power score to assess ventilatory impacts.
• Suggested prospective validation for individualizing ventilator settings.
• Identified a dynamic interplay between power, duration, and compliance affecting lung injury risk.
• Proposed the risk-adjusted score as a clinically useful tool for ventilator management.