The Safety of a High-Flow Nasal Cannula in Neuromuscular Disease Patients with Acute Respiratory Failure: A Retrospective Case-Series Study

The Safety of a High-Flow Nasal Cannula in Neuromuscular Disease Patients with Acute Respiratory Failure: A Retrospective Case-Series Study

(1) Background: Although Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) is effective in preventing mortality and endotracheal intubation in patients with Acute Respiratory Failure (ARF) linked to a neuromuscular disorder, its efficacy can be affected by patient intolerance. A High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) appears...

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Main Authors: Federico Lionello, Francesco Lapia, Beatrice Molena, Andrea Padoan, Sara Lococo, Giovanna Arcaro, Gabriella Guarnieri, Andrea Vianello
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-09-01
Series:Journal of Clinical Medicine
Subjects:
non-invasive ventilation
high-flow nasal cannula
acute respiratory failure
neuromuscular disease
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/12/18/6061

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