Table 3.
NAVA | PSV | Difference at patient level | |
---|---|---|---|
Days on MV per patient | 6.23 | 7.93 | −1.70 |
Cost per patient (US$) | |||
ICU cost | 31,198 | 39,699 | −8 501 |
NAVA catheter cost | 615 | – | 615 |
Total cost (US$) | 31,813 | 39,699 | −7886 |
ICU, intensive care unit; NAVA, Neurally Adjusted Ventilator Assist; PSV, pressure support ventilation.