HFNC is a safe and effective therapy that improves vital signs and alleviates hypoxia in elderly ARF patients. The APACHE II score and type of oxygen therapy are significant prognostic factors, with HFNC offering a protective effect.
Keyphrases
- prognostic factors
- respiratory failure
- end stage renal disease
- risk factors
- middle aged
- ejection fraction
- chronic kidney disease
- extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
- newly diagnosed
- mechanical ventilation
- peritoneal dialysis
- stem cells
- intensive care unit
- chronic rhinosinusitis
- replacement therapy
- smoking cessation