Multiple organ failure: Clinical syndrome
JL Vincent, F Lopes Ferreira - Mechanisms of Organ Dysfunction in Critical …, 2002 - Springer
Multiple organ failure (MOF) is the leading cause of death in intensive care units. First
described some 30 years ago [1, 2], MOF was originally thought to be due to the presence of …
described some 30 years ago [1, 2], MOF was originally thought to be due to the presence of …
Influence of Mechanical Ventilation on Organ Dysfunction
T Whitehead, AS Slutsky - Mechanisms of Organ Dysfunction in Critical …, 2002 - Springer
Mechanical ventilation (MV) is a central component in the care of the critically ill patient.
Most patients who develop multiple organ failure (MOF) require mechanical ventilation as a …
Most patients who develop multiple organ failure (MOF) require mechanical ventilation as a …