[Recommendations for respiratory support in the newborn (IV). High frequency ventilation, ex-utero intrapartum

Félix Castillo Salinas1, Dolores Elorza Fernández2, Antonio Gutiérrez Laso3

  • 1Servicio de Neonatología, Hospital Universitario Vall d'Hebrón, Barcelona, España.

Insights

This document presents module 8 of updated literature reviews on respiratory support for newborn infants. It synthesizes published research and clinical experience through a consensus process for neonatology professionals.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatology
  • Pediatric Respiratory Medicine

Background:

  • Updated literature reviews on respiratory support in newborn infants are being published.
  • This document is part of a series of such reviews.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present module 8 of the updated recommendations on respiratory support for newborn infants.
  • To summarize published literature and clinical experience on specific topics in neonatal respiratory support.

Main Methods:

  • A consensus process was employed among members of the Surfactant and Respiratory Group of the Spanish Society of Neonatology.
  • The module is based on a review of published papers and the clinical experience of the group members.

Main Results:

  • Module 8 of the recommendations on respiratory support for newborn infants is presented.
  • The content reflects a synthesis of current research and expert clinical insights.

Conclusions:

  • The recommendations provide a summary of evidence and expert opinion for neonatal respiratory care.
  • This module contributes to the ongoing effort to update clinical guidelines in neonatology.

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