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Thomas Piraino

Respiratory therapist at McMaster University, blogger for The Centre of Excellence in Mechanical Ventilation, and member of the editorial board of Respiratory Care. Expert in airway closure during mechanical ventilation.

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Dec 25, 2024 • 1h 14min

Lightning rounds 48: Complete airway closure with Thomas Piraino

In this discussion, Thomas Piraino, a respiratory therapist and expert in airway management, delves into the nuances of airway closure during mechanical ventilation. He highlights the challenges posed by this phenomenon in critical care, especially in conditions like ARDS. Topics like the significance of optimizing PEEP levels, the intricacies of volume-controlled ventilation, and the analysis of ventilator waveforms are covered. Thomas also emphasizes the importance of using collaborative approaches for effective airway management and improving patient outcomes.