Term: Mechanical Ventilation

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2012-04-20

Definition:

A method to mechanically assist or replace spontaneous breathing with a machine designed to move breathable air into and out of the lungs.

Related terms 

• Artificial Life Support
• Iatrogenic Pneumothorax
• Intermediate ICU (IICU)

References 

• Garland A, Fransoo R, Olafson K, Ramsey C, Yogendran M, Chateau D, McGowan K. The Epidemiology and Outcomes of Critical Illness in Manitoba. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2012. [Report] [Summary] (View)