Outcomes of 24 patients with MND at the end of the study period
| Previously diagnosed (n=7) | Not previously diagnosed (n=17) | Total (n=24) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPPV, intermittent positive pressure ventilation; ITU, intensive therapy unit | |||
| Died on ITU while receiving ventilatory support | 2 (29%) | 5 (29%) | 7 (29%) |
| Time (range) spent on ITU before death (days) | 25–56 | 7–54 | 7–56 |
| Discharged from ITU with respiratory support | 5 (71%) | 12 (71%) | 17 (71%) |
| Fully extubated and discharged with no support | 0 | 1 (6%) | 1 (4%) |
| IPPV through tracheostomy | 4 (57%) | 9 (53%) | 13 (54%) |
| IPPV through facemask | 1 (14%) | 1 (6%) | 2 (8%) |
| Rocking bed | 0 | 1 (6%) | 1 (4%) |