Effects of tactile stimulation on spontaneous breathing during face mask ventilation

Conclusions
Tactile stimulation during PPV was associated with an increase in the number of spontaneous breaths compared with immediately before stimulation without a change in mask leak and obstruction. These data inform the discussion on continuing stimulation during PPV in term infants.

Trial registration number
Australian and New Zealand Clinical Trial Registry (ACTRN12616000768493).

Source: Archives of Disease in Childhood - Fetal and Neonatal Edition - August 18, 2022 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Gaertner, V. D., Rüegger, C. M., Bassler, D., O'Currain, E., Kamlin, C. O. F., Hooper, S. B., Davis, P. G., Springer, L. Tags: Original research Source Type: research