Table 1 Baseline characteristics of patients
Variables (Percentage) | |
|---|---|
No. patients | 74 |
Age (years) | Â |
   Mean | 59.8 ± 15.6 |
   Median | 62 |
Sex (female/male) | 53/47 |
Mechanically ventilated | 84 |
Oxygen by | Â |
   Mask | 9 |
   Nasal tube | 7 |
Central venous line | 76 |
Intra-arterial catheter | 92 |
Peripheral venous line | 87 |
Vasopressor/inotropic drugs | 53 |
APACHE II score | 20 ± 8.1 |
Duration of transfer (min) | 51.3 ± 19.1 |
Reason transfer | Â |
Logistic | 20 |
Advanced therapy | 80 |