Bubble CPAP
Bubble CPAP is a non-invasive ventilation strategy for newborns with infant respiratory distress syndrome (IRDS). It delivers continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) to babies to maintain lung volumes during expiration.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Bubble CPAP is a method of continuous positive airway pressure in which expiratory flow is bubbled through water to generate pressure. This method is often used in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) to provide respiratory support to premature infants with respiratory distress syndrome (RDS).
Mechanism[edit | edit source]
The mechanism of bubble CPAP involves the delivery of pressurized air to the infant's lungs, which helps to keep the alveoli open and improve gas exchange. The pressure is maintained by a column of water through which the expiratory gases are bubbled. The bubbling causes oscillations in the pressure delivered, which may have additional benefits in terms of gas exchange and lung mechanics.
Use in Neonatal Care[edit | edit source]
Bubble CPAP is commonly used in the care of premature infants with respiratory distress syndrome. It can also be used in the treatment of other conditions that cause respiratory distress in newborns, such as pneumonia, meconium aspiration syndrome, and transient tachypnea of the newborn.
Advantages[edit | edit source]
The advantages of bubble CPAP include its simplicity, low cost, and the fact that it can be used in settings with limited resources. It also avoids the potential complications associated with invasive ventilation, such as bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD).
Risks and Complications[edit | edit source]
Potential risks and complications of bubble CPAP include nasal trauma, pneumothorax, and overdistension of the lungs. However, with careful monitoring and appropriate use, these risks can be minimized.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Continuous positive airway pressure
- Respiratory distress syndrome
- Neonatal intensive care unit
- Premature infants
- Pneumonia
- Meconium aspiration syndrome
- Transient tachypnea of the newborn
- Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
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