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Low flow oxygen therapy in infants.

A N Campbell, Y Zarfin, M Groenveld

    Archives of Disease in Childhood
    |October 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Home low flow oxygen therapy for infants with neonatal respiratory disease improves patient care and saves money. This approach allows for early hospital discharge, benefiting families and reducing healthcare costs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neonatal Medicine
    • Respiratory Care
    • Pediatric Pulmonology

    Background:

    • Infants with neonatal respiratory disease often require prolonged oxygen support.
    • Conventional oxygen delivery methods can limit early discharge and impact family bonding.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and financial impact of a home low flow oxygen therapy program for oxygen-dependent infants.
    • To assess the benefits of early hospital discharge facilitated by home oxygen therapy.

    Main Methods:

    • Fifty-one infants requiring oxygen post-neonatal respiratory disease treatment were enrolled.
    • A low flow (100%) oxygen therapy via nasal catheter was administered at home.
    • Hospital days and financial savings were calculated, excluding readmissions for monitoring or infection.

    Main Results:

    • 69% of infants (35/51) were discharged home on the therapy.
    • Significant cost savings of $11,990 (6,500 pounds) per infant were achieved.
    • An average of 79 hospital days per patient were saved.

    Conclusions:

    • Home low flow oxygen therapy is a viable and cost-effective option for select infants.
    • The program enhances the infant-parent relationship and provides consistent oxygenation.
    • Early hospital discharge through home oxygen therapy offers substantial financial benefits to healthcare systems.

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