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Nasal CPAP for neonates: what do we know in 2003?
A G De Paoli1, C Morley, P G Davis
1Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria 3053, Australia.
Archives of Disease in Childhood. Fetal and Neonatal Edition
|April 30, 2003
Summary
This review examines nasal continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) use, highlighting variations in clinical indications and system choices. It clarifies current knowledge and identifies remaining questions for optimal patient care.
Area of Science:
- Respiratory Medicine
- Critical Care Medicine
Background:
- Nasal continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is clinically valuable.
- Significant uncertainties exist regarding its optimal application and system selection.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current knowledge on nasal CPAP.
- To identify unresolved questions in nasal CPAP therapy.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of nasal CPAP applications.
- Analysis of variations in clinical indications and device choices.
Main Results:
- Clinical indications for nasal CPAP differ significantly across institutions.
- A wide variety of nasal CPAP devices and techniques complicate optimal system selection.
Conclusions:
- Further research is needed to standardize nasal CPAP application.
- Clarification of optimal nasal CPAP systems is essential for improved patient outcomes.