Effect of positive end expiratory pressure on non-hypoxic apnea time and atelectasis during induction of anesthesia in infant: A randomized controlled trial.

Jin-Tae KimJung-Bin ParkPyoyoon KangSang-Hwan JiYoung-Eun JangJi-Hyun LeeJin-Tae KimHee Soo Kim

Published in: Paediatric anaesthesia (2024)

The application of positive end-expiratory pressure reduced the incidence of atelectasis and extended the non-hypoxic apnea time in infants who are 6 months old or younger. However, it did not affect the incidence of atelectasis nor the non-hypoxic apnea time in patients aged older than 6 months.

Keyphrases

obstructive sleep apnea
risk factors
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
positive airway pressure
mechanical ventilation
prognostic factors
physical activity
intensive care unit
patient reported outcomes
middle aged
patient reported