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Table 1 Use of MV and mortality

From: Impact of mechanical ventilation in the elderly

Use of MV

n

Age*

APACHEII†

Mortality†

Yes

75

84.1 ± 3.9

21 ± 6.9

80%

No

31

84.2 ± 3.4

13.9 ± 5.3

12%

  1. *P = NS; †P < 0.001.
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