RCT: Effect of early vs. standard approach to tracheostomy on functional outcome at 6 months among patients with severe stroke receiving mechanical ventilation.

Effect of Early vs Standard Approach to Tracheostomy on Functional Outcome at 6 Months Among Patients With Severe Stroke Receiving Mechanical Ventilation: The SETPOINT2 Randomized Clinical Trial – JAMA (free for a limited period)

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In this study, among patients with severe stroke receiving mechanical ventilation, a strategy of early tracheostomy, compared with a standard approach to tracheostomy, did not significantly improve functional outcome at 6 months. https://t.co/bLZ4b6hBxr

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