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The 32 pages that link to Mechanical ventilation, each with the reason it gives.
PneumoniaRelated: Critical pneumonia can cause respiratory failure requiring assisted ventilation.
Respiratory systemRelated: It can maintain ventilation when spontaneous breathing is inadequate.
Respiratory failureRelated: It supports gas exchange when spontaneous breathing is inadequate.
ResuscitationRelated: It supports breathing when spontaneous ventilation is inadequate.
BreathingRelated: It can support or replace the muscle-driven airflow of breathing.
Blue-ringed octopusRelated: Severe paralysis can stop breathing while the toxin’s effects wear off.