[Ventilation in special situations. Neonatal mechanical ventilation]

An Pediatr (Barc). 2003 Oct;59(4):376-84. doi: 10.1016/s1695-4033(03)78198-3.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Severe respiratory failure is a common problem in premature neonates. We review the various ventilation modes available in the neonatal intensive care unit, as well as their indications, settings, and complications.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Algorithms
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Respiration, Artificial* / adverse effects
  • Respiration, Artificial* / methods
  • Respiratory Insufficiency / therapy*