Effectiveness of Non-Invasive Ventilation in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Patients
Author(s): Ahmed A. Majrashi, Hashem F. Alsamannoudi, Mohammed B. Alshahrani, Nawaf M. Al-Anazi
Publication #: 2405057
Date of Publication: 06.04.2020
Country: Saudi Arabia
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Published In: Volume 6 Issue 2 April-2020
DOI: https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12205614
Abstract
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) poses a significant challenge in critical care, with invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) as the traditional therapy. However, IMV is associated with complications. Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) emerges as a potential alternative, offering advantages such as preserving airway defenses and reducing ventilator-associated pneumonia. This study investigates the effectiveness of NIV compared to IMV in ARDS patients, focusing on mortality rates, ICU stay length, and patient comfort. A prospective, randomized controlled trial design was employed, enrolling 220 patients. The results reveal superior outcomes with NIV, including reduced 28-day mortality rates and shorter ventilation durations, highlighting its potential as a frontline intervention in ARDS management.
Keywords: Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Non-invasive Ventilation (NIV), Invasive Mechanical Ventilation (IMV), Mortality Rates, ICU Stay, Ventilator-associated Pneumonia (VAP), Patient Comfort
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