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Nasopharyngeal airway continuous positive airway pressure: a method to wean from or avoid mechanical ventilation in adults
Author(s) -
Ryan D. W.,
Weldon O. G. W.,
Kilner A. J.
Publication year - 2002
Publication title -
anaesthesia
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.839
H-Index - 117
eISSN - 1365-2044
pISSN - 0003-2409
DOI - 10.1046/j.0003-2409.2001.02511.x
Subject(s) - medicine , airway , continuous positive airway pressure , anesthesia , positive pressure , breathing , ventilation (architecture) , mechanical ventilation , mechanical engineering , obstructive sleep apnea , engineering
Summary 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.