Pneumologie
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There is an increase of both prolonged mechanical ventilation (MV) and prolonged weaning from the respirator in the last decade in Germany. Prolonged MV is associated with an increase of morbidity, mortality and costs. ⋯ Based on growing experience the criteria and procedures of the certification process were adjusted in the last years, leading to a higher transparency and acceleration of the process. On this background WeanNet is necessary to improve the communication about prolonged weaning in public health, with insurance companies and associated scientific societies.