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Area of Science:

  • Neonatal resuscitation
  • Pediatric critical care
  • Respiratory support

Background:

  • Positive pressure ventilation (PPV) is crucial in neonatal resuscitation.
  • Current practices for PPV in the delivery room lack standardization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current state of the art of PPV during delivery room resuscitation.
  • Identify gaps in knowledge and areas for future research.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current practices and technologies in neonatal PPV.
  • Analysis of findings related to different ventilation devices and interfaces.

Main Results:

  • PPV frequency varies significantly across settings and gestational ages.
  • Optimal targets and parameters for PPV remain undefined.
  • T-piece resuscitators offer consistent pressures, potentially improving outcomes.
  • Laryngeal masks show potential as alternative interfaces, but require more data.
  • Objective monitors have not yet demonstrated improved PPV outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Data-driven guidelines for neonatal PPV are needed.
  • Further research, including real-world data, is essential for evidence-based neonatal transition care.