Efficacy and Safety of Two Different Flow Rates of Nasal High-Flow Therapy in Preterm Neonates ≥28 Weeks of Gestation: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Conclusion Higher nasal flow rate (8–10 L/min) when compared with lower nasal flow rate of 5 to 7 L/min did not reduce the need for higher respiratory support (CPAP/mechanical ventilation) or surfactant therapy in moderately and late preterm neonates. However, initial flow rates of 5 L/min were not optimal for most preterm infants receiving primary nasal flow therapy.
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Source: American Journal of Perinatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Balasubramanian, Haribalakrishna Sakharkar, Sachin Majarikar, Swati Srinivasan, Lakshmi Kabra, Nandkishor S. Garg, Bhawandeep Ahmed, Javed Tags: Original Article Source Type: research