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Title
Supine body position as a risk factor for nosocomial pneumonia in mechanically ventilated patients: a randomised trial.
Authors
Drakulovic, M B; Torres, A; Bauer, T T; Nicolas, J M; Nogué, S; Ferrer, M
Abstract
Risk factors for nosocomial pneumonia, such as gastro-oesophageal reflux and subsequent aspiration, can be reduced by semirecumbent body position in intensive-care patients. The objective of this study was to assess whether the incidence of nosocomial pneumonia can also be reduced by this measure.