Mean (SE) duration of mechanical ventilation, length of stay (LOS) in the paediatric intensive care unit (PICU) and hospital, and duration of supplemental oxygen in the two treatment groups
| Dexamethasone (n=37) | Placebo (n=45) | 95% CI for difference | p value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duration of mechanical ventilation (days) | 6.9 (0.7) | 8.5 (0.9) | −3.8 to 0.8 | 0.19 |
| LOS in PICU (days) | 9.1 (0.9) | 9.9 (0.9) | −3.4 to 1.8 | 0.53 |
| LOS in hospital (days) | 15.9 (1.5) | 14.9 (1.2) | −2.8 to 4.7 | 0.52 |
| Duration of supplemental oxygen (days) | 10.0 (1.2) | 10.9 (1.0) | −3.9 to 2.1 | 0.55 |