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Postextubation Pneumonia Tops Ventilator Pneumonia

Older age, male sex, underweight status, reduced activities of daily living, and mild consciousness disturbance were associated with postextubation pneumonia in elective surgical patients.

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  • Andrea Surnit

  • May 28, 2026

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Postextubation Pneumonia Tops Ventilator Pneumonia

  • by Andrea Surnit

  • May 28, 2026

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