Weak Cough Strength and Secretion Retention in Mechanically Ventilated Patients: Is There a Role for Cough-Assist Devices?

The article from Camillis et al[1][1] is one of the few studies on mechanically assisted cough for ventilated patients. Considering that the evidence on airway-clearance techniques in this setting is scarce and this device has proven efficacy for out-patients,[2][2] we think that this is a relevant