What is optimal in patients with myasthenic crisis: Invasive or non-invasive ventilation?

Abstract

Myasthenia gravis is an immune disorder involving the neuromuscular junction. The consequent weakness of respiratory muscles leads to variable disorders of ventilation in patients with myasthenia gravis. This article reviews the options of invasive and non-invasive ventilation in patients with advanced form of the disease.

Keywords

Invasive ventilation - myasthenia gravis - non-invasive ventilation

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