Lung and Diaphragm Ultrasound in Predicting Extubation and Weaning of Mechanically Ventilated Patients in Intensive Care Unit

Ultrasound was performed at the bedside with the patient in a semi-recumbent position using a 3.5-5 MHz curvilinear probe. Lung ultrasound was conducted across 12 zones (anterior and posterior) to evaluate aeration and calculate the lung ultrasound score (LUS).

Ultrasound was performed at the bedside with the patient in a semi-recumbent position using a 3.5-5 MHz curvilinear probe. Diaphragmatic excursion and thickening fraction were measured on the right hemidiaphragm.