| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10091569 | The Journal of Pediatrics | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Although several variables available near birth were strongly associated with early CPAP failure, they proved weak predictors of failure. A prospective controlled trial is needed to determine if extremely premature spontaneously breathing infants are better served by initial management with CPAP or mechanical ventilation.
Keywords
ROPPPROMVLBWCLDCPAPIVHSGARDSPPVPDAPMAChronic lung diseasePositive pressure ventilationSmall for gestational ageIntraventricular hemorrhageRetinopathy of prematurityPostmenstrual ageRespiratory distress syndromealveolar-arterial oxygen tension gradientContinuous positive airway pressurePatent ductus arteriosusVery low birth weightPreterm premature rupture of membranes
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Authors
Amer MB, BS, Mandhir MD, Vladana MD, Rakesh MD, David MD, Ulana MD, Carrie MD, Jen-Tien MD, Richard A. MD,