Nasopharyngeal airway continuous positive airway pressure: a method to wean from or avoid mechanical ventilation in adults |
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Authors: | Ryan D W Weldon O G W Kilner A J |
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Affiliation: | General ICU, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 7DN, UK. David.Ryan@nuth.northy.nhs.uk |
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Abstract: | A simple technique using a nasopharyngeal airway and a continuous positive airway pressure circuit has proved an effective alternative to a tight fitting nasal or face mask for delivery of continuous positive airway pressure. Nasal trauma, discomfort and mouth breathing are the main disadvantages. |
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Keywords: | Nasopharyngeal airway continuous positive airway pressure |
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