Randomized Trial of Endotracheal Tubes to Prevent Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia – PreVent 2 Study

Pneumonia (infection in the lungs) is a common and serious problem in patients who are critically ill and require the support of a breathing machine (mechanical ventilation) through a breathing tube. The purpose of this study is to identify ways to reduce the risk of pneumonia in critically ill patients that require mechanical ventilation.

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