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Table 3 Outcomes of weaning attempts in patients with renal dysfunction, by sub-group

From: Impact of renal dysfunction on weaning from prolonged mechanical ventilation

Sub-group

n

Weaned

Failed to wean

Died

RRT initiated > 2 months prior to initial hospitalization

18

1

1

16

RRT initiated at transferring facility and continued at RWC

22

3

1

18

RRT initiated at RWC

10

0

0

10

RRT indicated but withheld

5

0

0

5

RRT not indicated

8

4

0

4

Total

63

8

2

53

  1. RRT = renal replacement theraphy; RWC = regional weaning center.