An Analysis of Airway Release Pressure Ventilation (APRV) Modality

This report provides a comprehensive overview of Airway Pressure Release Ventilation (APRV), an advanced modality used in mechanical ventilation. The introduction defines APRV, its origins, and the report's objectives, which include evaluating its advantages and disadvantages. A literature review examines recent studies, comparing various researchers' opinions and addressing research gaps. The report highlights the benefits of APRV, such as lung-protective strategies and spontaneous ventilation, while also discussing its drawbacks, like potential for increased oxygen consumption. The discussion section explores the use of APRV in managing lung injuries and compares it to traditional mechanical ventilation. The conclusion summarizes the key findings, emphasizing the effectiveness of APRV in addressing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and acute lung injury (ALI), while also acknowledging its limitations. References to relevant research papers are included to support the analysis.