Best Evidence Topics

Usefulness of Spontaneous Breathing Trials

Report By: Dr Andrew Martin - ST3 Critical Care Medicine
Institution: Manchester Royal Infirmary
Date Submitted: 23rd October 2012
Last Modified: 23rd October 2012
Status: Red (incomplete)

Three Part Question

In [intubated adult patients] are [spontaneous breathing trials] a good guide to [predicting suitability for extubation]?