PEEP Titration

PEEP titration involves adjusting the Positive End-Expiratory Pressure (PEEP) during mechanical ventilation to optimize lung function. PEEP is the pressure maintained in the lungs at the end of exhalation to keep airways open and prevent collapse. Titration means carefully increasing or decreasing this pressure to find the best setting that improves oxygenation without causing lung injury or over-distension. Healthcare providers monitor blood oxygen levels, lung compliance, and other vital signs while adjusting PEEP. The goal is to deliver enough pressure to improve gas exchange, support breathing, and minimize potential lung damage.