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The application of PEEP( Positive end-expiratory pressure) to mechanically ventilated person would increase INTRA CRANIAL PRESSURE.? HOW??


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well I found out that PEEP improves hypoxemia but impedes cerebral venous return hence increasing intracranial pressureconfused

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yep .wink..impedes cerebral venous return cuz postive intrapleural pressure by PEEP.

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