This single-center observational study aims to assess the effects of continuous high-frequency oscillation (CHFO) and continuous positive expiratory pressure (CPEP) therapy on lung recruitment using electrical impedance tomography (EIT) in spontaneously breathing patients admitted to the intensive care unit.
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To assess changes in systemic oxygenation
Timeframe: Immediately before starting treatment (PEP or CHFO), immediately after the end of treatment, at 30 minutes after the end of treatment and at 60 minutes after the end of treatment
Changes in lung recruitment using EIT
Timeframe: Immediately before starting treatment (PEP or CHFO), immediately after the end of treatment, at 30 minutes after the end of treatment and at 60 minutes after the end of treatment