Cardiopulmonary outcomes following high flow nasal cannula in pediatric population: A systematic review

Hypoxia and dyspnea are the most common symptoms of heart failure in pediatric patients and represent the leading cause of emergency care in the pediatric emergency department.1 Respiratory support is the primary and most essential measure to be taken during emergency management of heart failure.2 A high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) is a novel advancement in respiratory support therapy that allows two types of adjustments, precisely the rate of gas flow and the percentage of oxygen being delivered.
Source: Heart and Lung - Category: Intensive Care Authors: Source Type: research