Influence of Flow Rate Change on CO2 Levels During High Flow Nasal Ventilation (HFNV) in Preterm Infants.
Condition(s) studied
Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)
change flow from 6 to 2 LPM. Follow TcCO2 for 3 hours: change flow from 6 to 2 LPM. Follow TcCO2 for 3 hours
change flow from 2 to 6 LPM. Follow TcCO2 for 3h: change flow from 2 to 6 LPM. Follow TcCO2 for 3h
Study summary
Background Preterm infants often need respiratory support. HFNV is a non-invasive method with benefits over CPAP, such as reduced nasal trauma and improved feeding.
Aim Study the impact of low (2 LPM) vs. high (6 LPM) HFNV flow rates on CO2 levels in preterm infants.
Methods Design: Prospective, crossover observational study. Participants: Preterm newborns (24-33.6 weeks' gestation) on HFNV. Procedure: Randomized flow rate adjustments, monitoring tcCO2 and other respiratory parameters over three hours.
Outcomes Primary: Change in tcCO2. Secondary: Study terminations due to unsafe CO2 levels and changes in other respiratory metrics.
Statistical Analysis Sample size: 45 infants. Analysis: Paired and unpaired t-tests for comparison within and between groups.
Eligibility
Primary outcome measure(s)
- Delta CO2 — 3 hours after flow change
the change in TcCO2
Trial sites (1)
| Facility | City | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rambam Medical Center | Haifa | Israel | Recruiting |
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