Monti S, Montecucco C, Pieropan S, Mojoli F, Braschi A, Caporali R Abstract OBJECTIVES: Onset of ANCA-associated vasculitis (AAV) can be abrupt with life-threatening manifestations requiring Intensive Care Unit (ICU) admission. A high level of suspicion leading to prompt diagnosis is essential. Our objective was to investigate the epidemiologic characteristics and the type of life-threatening […]

Spadaro S, Marangoni E, Ragazzi R, Mojoli F, Verri M, Longo L, Astolfi L, Volta CA Abstract BACKGROUND: Maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) can help to evaluate inspiratory muscle strength. However its determination in ventilated patients is cumbersome and needs special equipment. We hypothesized that MIP could be obtained by using the expiratory hold knob of […]

Marangoni E, Alvisi V, Ragazzi R, Mojoli F, Alvisi R, Caramori G, Astolfi L, Volta CA. Abstract BACKGROUND: General anesthesia could imply that the closing capacity exceed the functional residual capacity. This phenomenon, associated with a reduction of maximal expiratory flow, could lead to expiratory flow limitation (EFL). The aim of our study was to […]

Mongodi S, Via G, Bouhemad B, Storti E, Mojoli F, Braschi A. Abstract OBJECTIVE: Recognition of the cardiac origin of weaning failure is a crucial issue for successful discontinuation of mechanical ventilation. Bedside lung ultrasound and echocardiography have shown a potential in predicting weaning failure. Objective of this report was to describe the case of […]