Abstract
Mechanical ventilatory support is required by a large number of neonates in respiratory failure. However, its use in preterm infants is frequently associated with acute complications and long-term respiratory sequelae. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid or limit the exposure to ventilatory support. This is a review of existing practices and novel strategies to achieve weaning of ventilatory support in this population.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 197-202 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Neonatology |
Volume | 94 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 1 2008 |
Keywords
- High-frequency ventilation
- Mechanical ventilation
- Modes of ventilation and adjunctive methods
- Pressure support ventilation
- Synchronized/patient-triggered ventilation
- Weaning preterm infants
- Weaning strategies
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Developmental Biology
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health